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ASIAN EXPRESS GETS TESLA Introducing the Tesla Model S – zero emissions, zero compromises See page 24
DOUBLE TROUBLE Katrina Kaif gets waxed for Madame Tussauds
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HAPPY DIWALI
CHAMPIONS: Members of Bradford’s Curry Capital winning team celebrate the news of their victory, taking an unprecedented four titles in a row
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in a row! Bradford clinches Curry Capital Crown By Ashley Grint ashley@asianexpress.co.uk
If it wasn’t already a foregone conclusion it is now. Bradford is the official Curry Capital of Britain after once again clinching the title earlier this week. Seeing off competition from major cities across the country, West Yorkshire’s reigning champions
made it an unprecedented four wins in a row, as the team of restaurants and members of Visit Bradford, excelled in this year’s contest. The 2014 title bid included a number of initiatives and activities, such as a series of poppadom challenges, an Asian afternoon tea and a healthy-style Asian cookbook created in connection with the NHS.
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Happy Diwali
Sikhs, Hindus and Jains ready for annual festivities By Ashley Grint ashley@asianexpress.co.uk
Millions of people around the world will be celebrating the annual festival of Diwali later this week as Hindus, Sikhs and Jains commemorate the special date in their calendars. Despite commemorating the dates for differing reasons, on 24th October, Thursday followers of the three faiths will mark the annual festival with celebrations including prayer, family gatherings, candles and fireworks. In West Yorkshire, temples of both religions will light up with an array of decorations and two families have spoken to the Asian Express about what the holiday means to them.
HINDU: Mother and father, Rohit and Bobita, are all smiles before Diwali celebrations begin this week with their children, Konika, Sona and Shriya
Diwali in a Hindu household In Bradford, the Verma household will be marking the occasion with their extended family and are decorating their home with a number of candles. Hinduism teaches its followers that the date represents the day that Lord Rama brought his wife, Sita, and brother, Lakshmana, back to the kingdom after spending 14 years in exile in the forest. Dad, Rohit Verma, grew up in India where the Diwali celebrations are much more extravagant than those in England and he explained his earliest memories of the festival. “When I was young, I grew up in a densely Hindu population so the celebrations in India were much different to those here in the UK,” he said. “In India the whole town is just full of lights, every home is lit up at night and it looks amazing. “Here in Bradford, it is obviously different with a smaller Hindu population but it is still very good and a time which we spend as a family.” One common occurrence before Diwali is the cleaning of the home, shops, and accounts to please one of the faith’s most important Gods. Mum, Bobita, has been cleaning
her house prior to the celebrations ever since she was a child and explained further why the acts were carried out. “Lakshmi is the Goddess of Wealth and Prosperity and it is believed that if you clean your house before Diwali then she will visit your home,” she said.
11-year-old Konika adds that her favourite part of the holiday is the gathering of her family and friends. “I really like being with my family on Diwali and getting dressed up,” she said. “I remember going to my nana’s house when I was little and having a big firework display and now we
“In India the whole town is just full of lights, every home is lit up at night and it looks amazing. Here in Bradford, it is obviously different with a smaller Hindu population but it is still very good and a time which we spend as a family.” “From when I was just a girl, I would clean the house with my mum and my children do it now with me as well. “Businesses and families might start their new financial books for the year as well at this time in hope that Lakshmi will bring prosperity for the upcoming year. “It is basically a fresh start for the next 12 months.”
go to the temple for the same celebrations. “We make divas (candles) in school and they are lit on the night of Diwali as well.” A large celebration, with fireworks and food, is set to be held at the Leeds Road Shree Lakshmi Narayan Hindu Temple, this weekend to mark the special occasion.
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Prime Minister’s Diwali message “As the world celebrates the festival of lights let us all embrace the true spirit of Diwali: the victory of light over darkness, and hope over despair. “At this special time of year I know millions of people around the world and here in the UK will come together to mark this joyous festival with family, friends, feasts and fireworks. “When we hear so much about tragedy and misery in our world it is at times like Diwali that we can reflect on all the incredibly positive and generous things that people and communities do for others. “This is why it is important as a country we celebrate our religions. I am proud that Diwali and other important festivals such as Easter, Eid, Vaisakhi and Hanukkah are freely observed and celebrated – by people of faith and none. They are reminders of the countless positive things that we have in common and show us that good will always triumph over evil. “Diwali also shines a
SIKH: Hardeep Singh Sahota, sits with his wife, Jasbir, and children, Pamal, Danarjan, and Nihaal, with just some of their candles
Diwali in a Sikh household Over in Huddersfield, Hardeep Singh Sahota and his family will be celebrating Diwali as followers of the Sikh faith, with a different meaning attached to the festival. Bandi Cchor Divas is the official celebration which marks the release of Guru Hargobind, the sixth guru, who was wrongfully imprisoned by an emperor. Alongside 52 emperors he returned to the city of Amritsar at the same time that the Diwali festival was being celebrated and thus Sikhs mark the occasion every year for this reason. Hardeep, a father-of-three, explained what usually happens in his household during the festivities. “When the Guru Hargobind returned to the kingdom, people celebrated by lighting candles and that showed him the way home and that is we do today,” he said. “We light divas and spend time with the family, sharing food and sweets. The most important thing for this time of year is to spend time with your relatives and that is what we do.” Hardeep works at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park and will be hosting special events to mark the holiday
which children can get involved with. “Yorkshire Sculpture Park will be holding an event next Saturday and I will be having kids making glass Diwali lamps,” he added. “The holiday is a shared heritage between Hindus, Sikhs and Jains, who all celebrate the
candles,” she said. “There are hundreds of candles there which families light and Diwali is one of the two busiest days at the temple, alongside New Year. “We are all together as a family and that’s very important in our faith.” Five-year-old, Nihaal, may have
“On the day of Diwali we all go to the Gurdwara and light candles,” she said. “There are hundreds of candles there which families light and Diwali is one of the two busiest days at the temple, alongside New Year. We are all together as a family and that’s very important in our faith.” occasion so the event will give all children, of all faiths, the chance to interact with each other on this important date.” Hardeep’s wife, Jasbir, further explained what the celebrations include. “On the day of Diwali we all go to the Gurdwara and light
only celebrated the occasion on a handful of occasions in his short life yet he already has his favourite moments for the day. “My favourite thing is the fireworks,” he said. “I have seen them at the Gurdwara and they are really big.”
light on Britain’s Indian community and allows us to think about the astonishing contribution they have made to our country. And this is not just about what we all see and benefit from today: the businesses they run; the jobs they create and the great public and professional services they provide. It is a contribution that goes back many years. As we commemorate a century since the outbreak of the First World War we recall a conflict in which hundreds of thousands of men from India travelled far from home to help the Allies defeat tyranny in the fight for the freedoms we enjoy today. “As well as looking back we can also look forward with great confidence about the future in the knowledge that British Indians will continue to excel and be at the forefront of our society, helping to take Britain from strength to strength. “I am sure that as Diwali is celebrated here in Britain many people will be thinking about their loved ones
in India, underlining the people-to-people connections between our two great countries. “These deeply personal links are just one part of the great friendship between Britain and India. It is a strong and vibrant relationship that works in so many ways: from the economy to education; from science to sport. I very much look forward to continuing to build on this historic and invaluable friendship for the benefit of both our peoples. “So whether you are in the UK or India, whether you are Hindu, Sikh or Jains – to everyone celebrating the festival of lights around the world I wish you a very peaceful and happy Diwali.”
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HAND-OVER: £6,350 was handed over to the local cause, Fulfil the Wish, which provides trips and activities for children with disabilities
£100,000 raised in EIGHT years DONATIONS: Members of the Govindbhai Foundation hand over a cheque worth £6,350 to the Saraswati Vidyalay UK charity
Family takes charity to heart in fundraising efforts By Ashley Grint ashley@asianexpress.co.uk
Over the past decade, the Govindbhai Foundation has been raising thousands of pounds for local causes in Bradford and their latest event has taken their total donations well above the £100,000 mark. Set up by a team of nine brothers and sisters, who got together with their mum, spouses, children and grandchildren, the Foundation is a unique family-run operation. In the short time since 2007, the registered charity has held an annual dinner dance which raises funds for a cause close to home and one in Gujarat, India. This year, the Fulfil the Wish initiative and Saraswati Vidyalay UK charities were selected to benefit from the fundraising efforts, which eventually totalled £12,700. Cheques were handed over last weekend to both causes, with the dinner dance, a Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge and a four-year-old’s testing three-kilometre run, helping to raise the funds. The Govindbhai Foundation, (GBF) established by the family of local resident, Harkishan Mistry, and named after his late father, has raised £110,000 for various charities over the past eight years. Mr Mistry, speaking on behalf of the foundation, explained how this year’s activities had helped the group smash through their latest milestone after
expanding their fundraising efforts past the annual dinner dance. “This year we took a new approach to fundraising,” he explained. “In addition to our dinner-dance, four members of the family took on the challenge of the Yorkshire Three Peaks climb, whilst one of the youngest members, Rohan Mistry, ran 3km to raise money for the GBF. “It's so satisfying to see the younger members of the family getting involved and best of all, we've spent eight years successfully fundraising - while having fun.
“I'm delighted that once again we managed to raise so much money. It'll make a huge difference to children's lives.” “I'm delighted that once again we managed to raise so much money. It'll make a huge difference to children's lives.” One of the charities that benefited from this year’s donations was the aforementioned Fulfil the Wish charity which provides activity and sightseeing holidays for children and young people
with disabilities and complex health needs. Mary Appleton, a former nurse and founder of the charity, said she wanted to express a ‘massive thank you’ to the GBF for a total donation of £6,350. Ms Appleton added: “All the money will go directly to funding a special holiday to the Bendrigg Trust in May 2015, enabling 25 children with a range of disabilities to have the unique opportunity to experience the thrill and excitement of activities such as the zip wire, climbing wall, abseiling and much more. “I want to say thank you so much for everything they have done, you have no idea of how much happiness this will bring to some amazing children and just how much I appreciate what they have done.” Hasmukh Shah, National coordinator of Saraswati Vidyalay added his thanks for their identical donation. “I am very thankful to the trustees of the Bradford-based charity GBF who are sponsoring five oneteacher schools for five years in a remote part of Nepal,” he said. “Children in these impoverished tribal areas will be empowered through basic literacy education. Although GBF is local it continues to support many worthwhile causes worldwide.”
FUNDRAISER: One of the youngest members of the family, Rohan Mistry, completed his 3km run earlier this year to raise funds for the foundation
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Two Dewsbury men charged with sexual offences
Police in Wakefield have charged two men in connection with an ongoing investigation into sexual offences. Ismail Haji (37) of Rotary Close Dewsbury and Mohammed Chothia (35) of Whitehall Way Dewsbury will both appear at Wakefield Magistrates Court tomorrow morning (Thursday 16 October) after being charged with sexual offences. Ismail Haji has been charged with two offences of rape, an offence of trafficking with a view to sexual exploitation and a sexual grooming offence. Mohammed Chothia has been charged with sexual assault, an offence of trafficking with a view to sexual exploitation and a sexual grooming offence. They have been charged in relation to offences against two juvenile females and an adult female from the Wakefield area alleged to have occurred between September and October this year.
Additional £10 million funding
Business Secretary Vince Cable today announced new funding to address skills shortages and build on the success of the UK’s automotive industry. Speaking at a CBI event in London with business and political leaders to discuss Industrial Strategy, Vince Cable revealed that six businesses will get £5.4 million of Governmentindustry investment to help them win and keep work with big automotive manufacturers. Dr Cable also announced a further £10 million of Government money would be made available in a new funding round. Vince Cable said: “Through our industrial strategy we are working in partnership with the automotive sector as it goes from strength to strength, with today’s investment by Ford and the Government in Dagenham the latest positive outcome. “Our new funding will build on this progress and help to lock in sustainable growth in the supply chain. On average only a third of parts going into vehicles manufactured here are sourced from the UK. With a potential £3 billion in opportunities identified for UK based vehicle and engine manufacturers, we need to strengthen our supply chain to take advantage of this opportunity.” The £5.4 million includes a £2.7 million Government investment from the Employer Ownership Fund automotive supply chain competition which is then matched by the firms. The news comes on the same day that Ford announced a new £190 million investment in their engine plant at Dagenham. Supported by £8.9 million from the Government’s Regional Growth Fund, Ford is creating 318 new jobs connected with this investment. Speaking at the CBI Industrial Strategy event the Business Secretary said: “Industrial strategy has been at the heart of the recovery over the past two years. We have made long-term commitments across a raft of areas from aerospace to automotive and international education. “Over £10 billion of long-term public-private investment is making Britain more capable and more competitive. Industrial policy isn’t a short-term fix and the enduring partnerships we have established with businesses will lock in sustainable growth.”
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New head tells all children to ‘dream, aspire and achieve’
‘A wonderful school’ By Ashley Grint
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A new headteacher in Dewsbury is already making quite the impact on her primary school despite only taking up the role at the start of the academic year. Just walking past Carlton Junior and Infant School, it is clear to see that a change is occurring. Whether it is the new school sign which has been erected, with the motto, ‘Dream, Aspire, Achieve’ or the enthusiasm of the lollipop man who is only full of praise for the way the school is being operated, the school is certainly full of exciting energy. These changes, and the praises, are down to a dedicated team of staff and their latest leader, newly appointed head, Rizwana Ahmed. Ms Ahmed took over the reins last month after serving as the deputyhead for the past six years. In her short time in charge, Ms Ahmed has begun to implement her new core values into the school as she attempts to take education ‘beyond the class room’ with a greater involvement from the local community. “Although my feet haven’t touched
LEADER: Rizwana Ahmed has been in the role of head teacher since the start of the academic year, having served as assistant head previously
“Together with the staff, parents, governors and children alike we have created our new vision that says ‘Together we take small steps to make big dreams come true’.” the ground since I started, I have enjoyed every moment of Headship,” she said. “It is the best job in the world because I know I can make a difference to the lives of young people and their families. “At the heart of everything we do is the quality of teaching and learning, curriculum provision and morale values. “Together with the staff, parents,
HAPPY: Pupils at Carlton Junior and Infant School, in Dewsbury, have been all smiles since Ms Ahmed took over as head teacher at the start of term
governors and children alike we have created our new vision that says ‘Together we take small steps to make big dreams come true’.” Ms Ahmed adds that due to her position and ethnicity, it also enables her to act as a role model for the 206 pupils at Carlton Junior and Infant School, mainly from SouthAsian backgrounds. “As an Asian female in a position of authority I felt that I can influence a culture of high aspirations,” she said. “Pride and dignity and a sense of worth and belonging is paramount for our children’s future and I am committed to raising the aspiration of our children.” Amongst Ms Ahmed’s other objectives is the plan to secure funding to open the school’s own self-sustaining early learning unit, and provide a nursery and children’s centre for the community. Signs are all positive for the school, which was rated as ‘Good’ across the board in its latest Ofsted inspection, and the place of education is even
bidding to become the first school in the country to achieve a new accreditation. The White Ribbon Award would commend the school for working towards educating children about society’s problems including bullying, and is likely to receive the appraisal next month. Ms Ahmed says the award again pushes her aim of working with the community to the forefront of the school’s operations. “As I mentioned, our work with the parents and the community is paramount to the whole child’s development and the white ribbon campaign introduced by Ikram Butt promotes just this,” she said. “It has helped raise awareness of issues which affect our parents and children. This all links with progress and achievement but with wellbeing and safeguarding in mind which are crucial when thinking about the whole child.” The school is expected to receive the award on Tuesday 25th November to coincide with National White Ribbon Day.
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The last thing any person with a fear of heights would want to do is fly thousands of metres above the ground. Yet for one self-confessed ‘acrophobe’, he will be going one step further next month as he takes a leap of faith with only an instructor and parachute on his back. Satnam Singh, from Huddersfield, will plunge from the skies at speeds of up to 120mph as he takes part in a sponsored skydive for his local Kirkwood Hospice. The father-of-two was inspired to take part in the challenge by his aunt, who sadly passed away earlier this year after being diagnosed with terminal cancer. She was taken to Kirkwood Hospice for care in her final days and Satnam says it was the ‘amazing care’ given to his relative that motivated him to give something back to the charity. “Her final days were made as comfortable as possible at the hospice, with amazing staff and facilities on hand 24 hours a day ensuring she always received the best care,” he said. “I decided I wanted to do something to thank those who had helped our family and so I looked down the list of what fundraising activities I could do and that is when I saw skydiving. “I have never liked heights but I thought, why not push myself mentally as well to really help raise more money for the hospice.”
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Sky’s the limit Daredevil fundraiser set to plunge thousands of feet GIVING: Satnam Singh will take part in a skydive next month as he looks to raise money for Kirkwood Hospice
The 38-year-old will take part in the skydive at the start of November after his initial ‘jump-date’ had to be postponed due to the weather. Free-falling for a minute before the parachute is deployed, Satnam says he is nervously excited about the day. He added: “The thing I’m most nervous about is queuing up at the door of the plane getting ready to jump out. “It is a tandem jump so there will be an instructor on my back but I’m guessing I won’t have much choice as to when we go.” So far, Satnam has raised around £2,500, surpassing his fundraising target thanks to a large donation from his work, the Marsh-based Mann and Associates. Kirkwood Hospice fundraiser Dawn Walker thanked Satnam for his fundraising efforts which are vital in helping to fund the hopsice’s day-to-day running costs. She said: “We really appreciate Satnam getting behind our Make a Difference Day campaign. “He has raised a fantastic amount for the Hospice already and is still fundraising. The fact that he is facing his biggest fear makes his efforts even more special. “Without the wonderful support of people like Satnam, we simply couldn’t continue to provide our services for the people of Kirklees.”
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Same place, new name
Two Bradford Council-owned buildings are set to be renamed in remembrance of two of the city’s influential characters. The former Central Library will be called Margaret McMillan Tower when it re-opens in October 2015 to house Children's Services, whilst neighbouring Mercury House, on Manchester Road, is to become Sir Henry Mitchell House. Margaret McMillan (1860-1931) was a prominent social reformer who campaigned for free school meals. She worked in deprived districts of Bradford and Deptford, wrote several books on nursery education and pioneered a play-centred approach which has only lately found wide acceptance. Sir Henry Mitchell (1824-1898) was a philanthropic Bradford mill owner who was born in Esholt. He was mayor of Bradford in 1874 and the first Honorary Freeman of the City.
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in a row! Bradford clinches Curry Capital Crown
Kick-start for success
Around 250 new businesses have been created in Bradford over the last three years thanks to Bradford Kickstart, whilst a further 287 small businesses have had assistance. This has led to the creation of 383 new jobs and safeguarded a further 73. A host of business owners have now been recognised for their successes at an event organised to celebrate Bradford Kickstart's third year of helping small businesses achieve their full potential. Cllr Susan Hinchcliffe, Bradford Council's Executive Member for Employment, Skills and Culture and Mike Cowlam, Strategic Director for Regeneration, presented awards to the deserved recipients during a special event at the Carlisle Business Centre earlier this week.
Poppies will ‘remember’
Groups of older people from across the district have painstakingly made over 1,000 poppies to create a 'field' to commemorate the First World War. Bradford Council's Museums & Galleries staff have worked with nine groups of older people to make the fabric flowers, with each group making around 170 flowers, which have now all been sewn into a five metre square sheet representing a field. The finished piece will be unveiled at a special first view event at Bradford Industrial Museum on Sunday 26th October. Those who took part in the project learnt about the Bradford Pals (the 16th and 18th battalions of the West Yorkshire Regiment) and shared their own personal and family experiences of the first and second world wars. Asian
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CURRY: The full team from Bradford’s bid helped plan events including poppadom challenges and Asian afternoon teas, in their successful efforts this year
Cover story continued Peter Grove, organiser and founder of the contest, was full of praise for Bradford’s outstanding effort, with the city’s score increasing nearly nine per cent on last year's total. “It is as if they have found the magic formula,” he said. “Of all the competing cities they have understood the underlying message of the event to promote cohesion where there was division and have used curry as a bonding agent to bring different aspects of Bradford’s society together. “As well as curry lovers and restaurateurs, they managed to bring together local businesses...They managed to portray the local pride they have in all things ‘Bradford’ so much so that we will be using
their approach as a blueprint for next year.” The Curry Capital of Britain is an annual competition which sees cities from all over the UK compete to be crowned the nation’s Curry Capital. This year, 20 cities and regions including Birmingham, Leeds, and London took part in the contest, which involved hosting a number of fundraising initiatives with proceeds going to The Curry Tree charity. Bradford’s successful bid was masterminded by the Visit Bradford team and the restaurant quartet of Aakash, Kipling's, Shimla Spice and Zaara's. Azhar Mahmood, restaurant manager at Aakash, praised the efforts of the whole city who ‘supported’ the city’s project throughout. “It’s hard to put into
words what this award means to us,” he said. “All praises and thanks go to all the customers who have supported the restaurants, and the restaurants that have supported the city. “I think together as Bradford we just love our curry.” Iftikhar Hussain, restaurant manager at Shimla Spice and Mohammed Rafiq, of Kipling's, reiterated Mr Mahmood’s comments. “I am very proud to be a Bradfordian right now,” Mr Rafiq said. “We have basically become the elite when it comes to the Indian curry industry and have surpassed Glasgow’s record of three titles. “This event is extremely prestigious and it goes to show the amount of effort that has been put into the award. It proves a point that we are still number
RESTAURATEURS: (l-r) Faisal Hussain (Shimla Spice); Azhar Mahmood (Aakash); Chef Ejaz Hussain, Harry Khinda (Zaaras); and Mohammed Rafiq (Kipling’s) were the quartet of restaurant representatives heading this year’s bid
one here in England and even around the world. “When people think Bradford they think curry.” Patricia Tillotson, tourism manager at Visit Bradford, added: “Winning the hotly contested competition this many times in a row is a first and we’re pleased to have set the bar so high.
“It’s been a pleasure to work with this year’s team in our bid to be crowned Curry Capital of Britain for the fourth consecutive year.” Visit Bradford will be presented with its award during a ceremony taking place next week in Bradford.
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Crime Busters! A group of Bradford College students will be helping to reduce crime in the city as part of their studies. The 10-week Student Guardianship scheme will see Public Service’s students work alongside police and West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS), delivering crime and fire prevention advice, information leaflets and community reassurance messages. The students are required to complete 28 hours over the course duration. This will help them to complete their employability and career-planning module. College lecturer Nosheen Qamer, said: "This is a really exciting opportunity for our students which will help to give them a first-hand insight into how the police and fire service work in the local communities and how they help to keep residents safe. "We hope this Student Guardianship scheme will be a real success for all those involved, and that our students will gain vital skills
and experience which will stand them in good stead for a career in public service." Detective Inspector Phill Bates, of Bradford District CID, said: "Partnership working is key to reducing crime in Bradford, and the students will be playing a valuable part in enhancing our predictive policing tactics for the city. "Not only will this help them to complete their studies, but it will give them a practical policing experience which will give them the tools to progress in any future public services role." Tom Rhodes, WYFRS Fire Prevention Manager for Bradford, added: "We are very pleased to be part of this partnership. The students will be helping the fire service by delivering safety leaflets in the run up to Bonfire Night, which is a notoriously busy time for us. "This will help keep communities safe from the dangers that can be posed by mishandling fireworks and setting fires in the open."
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Bradford College students commit to ten-week scheme to help the city
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‘Goodbye and Good luck’ Fundraiser heads to Turkey in aid delivery mission EVENT: Nazim Ali speaks with Lord Mayor of Bradford, Cllr Mike Gibbons and the Lady Mayoress, Mrs Elizabeth Sharp at the charity dinner last weekend
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A special charity dinner was deemed a ‘huge success’ by its organisers last weekend as five selfless volunteers completed their preparations before heading out to the Syrian border on an aid mission. The ‘Charity Dinner for Syria’ was held on Sunday 12th October in a final push to raise vital funds which will eventually be spent on providing food and winter relief packs for Syrian refugees. Almost £17,000 has been raised by W-Childcare, in partnership with the Penny Appeal, from the dinner alongside a family fun day, whilst donations continue to come in, taking the tally ever closer to its next milestone. Five representatives from the two aforementioned groups have now set off on their trip to the Turkish province of Hatay to help innocent Syrians affected by the ongoing conflict in their war-torn country. Nazim Ali, a keen supporter of W-Childcare, Penny Appeal Ambassador and General Secretary of the Naqshbandia Active Development Association (NADA) will be heading the delegation and explained how important it was to help those most in need. Mr Ali said: “Our humble effort is to assist the externally displaced Syrian refugees with vital aid. To this end we are personally
covering our own travel, accommodation and food costs so that 100 per cent of donations reach the needy. “The refugees are in need of basic commodities such as food and warm clothing we take for granted. “This project is about our humanity and compassion to help the most needy, sadly innocent civilians have to pay the highest price for
there are over nine-million refugees in neighbouring Arab countries of which almost one-million is in Turkey alone. Almost 8,000 Syrian refugees have been crossing into Turkey per day however, due to the extreme situation on the ground last week in just two days it is reported that over 160,000 crossed the border.
GUESTS: Sohail Rehman, Manchester United community coach, and Moin Ashraf, Yorkshire cricketer
“With winter fast approaching the race is on to help the most vulnerable and save lives especially the children who are most exposed to the elements.” conflict. Countless refugees died during last year’s severe winter due to the heavy snow”. Fellow team member, Wajid Khan, who visited Hatay in June 2014, added: “I was deeply shocked at the condition the Syrian refugees were living in. Some families of eight people, with several children, were living in partially built houses with simple sheets acting as door and window coverings.” Official figures estimate
Yousaf Razaq, Head of Fundraising at Penny Appeal, thanked the five volunteers who the charity will be supporting throughout the trip. He said: “With winter fast approaching the race is on to help the most vulnerable and save lives, especially the children who are most exposed to the elements. “Please support Nazim and his colleagues so that we can help the displaced Syrian refugees.”
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Crime figures down in West Yorkshire
West Yorkshire Police is continuing to reduce crime across the county, according to the latest crime statistics released today. In total, overall crime in West Yorkshire fell by nearly four per cent. The figures from the Office of National Statistics for the year up to the end of June 2014 show there were 6,131 fewer victims of crime in the county last year, with big reductions in house burglaries (down fifteen per cent) and robberies (down ten per cent). Vehicle crime has also been reduced by five per cent and there were 448 fewer thefts from people. While there have been 1,418 more victims of violent crime, this is mainly due to increases in violence without injury. The number of sex offences has increased by five per cent. An increase in historic allegations reflects increased victim confidence in reporting these offences to the police. Temporary Deputy Chief Constable John Robins of West Yorkshire Police, said: "Once again we are pleased that overall crime has fallen, demonstrating that we are meeting the priorities set out in the Police and Crime Plan for West Yorkshire. We are tackling the crimes that affect our local communities. "It is especially pleasing that we are having a major impact in reducing house burglaries and robbery. We have reduced the number of victims of burglary by 1,943 offences and robbery by 205 offences. "Our staff are continuing to work incredibly hard against a backdrop of further reductions in funding and at a time when the organisation is seeing some of the most significant changes in policing in its history. "We are determined to continue to reduce crime and we continue to look for innovative ways to make our communities safer and feeling safer."
WINNER: Mohammed Usman was named as Volunteer of the Year in the annual Children of Courage Awards across Yorkshire
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No.1 Volunteer Giving teen is ‘Child of Courage’ winner A Bradford teenager rounded off a memorable year earlier this month after he was named Yorkshire Children of Courage Award’s Volunteer of the Year. As reported in the previous issue of Asian Express, 18-year-old Mohammed Usman, from Great Horton, was nominated for the award after raising a total of £1,379 since the start of the year in support of the international charity, Free the Children. Last week, the Grange Technology Sixth Form student attended the Yorkshire Children of Courage Awards night and was successful in his category, collecting his award from TV news presenter Stephanie McGovern. “It was a real honour to just be nominated,” he said. “The work I did in school with the Rafiki chains was not for this kind of recognition but to help those in need. “For me, the main focus of the project was helping raise funds for education.
We are blessed to have the education we have here and I wanted to do something to help others.” In January, the determined volunteer became an ambassador for Free the Children and has never looked back. His enthusiasm and passion resulted in him being chosen to speak at We Day UK, Free the Children's signature youth empowerment event, where he addressed 12,000 people, alongside the likes of entrepreneur Richard Branson and Prince Harry. Yet Mohammed did not stop there. In order to fundraise for the communities that the charity works with, Mohammed recruited four friends to help sell Rafiki chains at his school. Rafiki chains are hand crafted by Maasai mamas in Kenya; the profit that they make when sold goes to a Free the Children community to provide clean water, food, health, education or alternative income.
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Charges dropped ‘Waste of time’ investigation sees Galloway walk free
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Bradford MP George Galloway has had all charges against him dropped due to insufficient evidence, regarding a ‘hate incident’ which occurred earlier this year. After declaring Bradford an ‘Israel-free zone’ at a pro-Palestine rally in August, a number of complaints were made against the controversial politician from members of the public, senior officials and even Bradford Council leader, David Green. However, despite the incident being recorded as a ‘hate incident’ by West Yorkshire Police, no further actions will be taken. Now, Mr Galloway has described the whole investigation as a waste of money which has done nothing to change his views on current world affairs. In a statement released by the Respect MP following the news, he said: “This has been an
extremely expensive waste of police and CPS time forced on them by ultraZionists who were pursuing a vendetta against me. “My comments were aimed at the state of Israel, which - I repeat what I said at the time - is an illegal, savage and barbarous state, and had nothing whatsoever to do with race or religion.” He added: “I take back not a word and I will continue to forcefully condemn Israel. “It remains the case that there is a worldwide boycott of Israel, its goods, its services, its academics. “I hope the citizens of Bradford will join me in refusing to treat with the advocates of this hateful and oppressive regime and truly make Bradford an Israel-free zone.” Chief Superintendent Paul Money, Leeds District Commander, said West Yorkshire Police had received a number of complaints about the content of the speech made by Mr Galloway yet
confirmed no further action would be taken. “A full investigation has been carried out which included Mr Galloway being voluntarily interviewed under caution,” he said. “A file was submitted to The Crown Prosecution Service for advice on whether any offences had been committed and they have now concluded that there is insufficient evidence to support any charges. “West Yorkshire Police always takes complaints of hate offences seriously and wants victims and witnesses to come forward with confidence knowing that any reported incidents will be thoroughly investigated. “West Yorkshire Police has recorded this matter as a hate incident.” A hate incident is any incident which is perceived by the victim, or any other person, to be motivated by prejudice or hate towards a person’s disability, race, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.
CLEARED: Bradford MP George Galloway has been cleared of all charges due to a lack of evidence
Keep clean, keep healthy
People across Yorkshire are being urged to continue keeping their hands clean in the fight against flu following on from global hand-washing day last week. Washing your hands, particularly after catching a sneeze, is one of the most effective ways of combating the disease as it can be spread by touching. Flu is a highly infectious illness which spreads rapidly in closed communities and even people with mild or no symptoms can infect others. It is caught through droplets of saliva spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These droplets can then be breathed in or picked up by touching surfaces where the droplets have landed.
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Video warns teens of tactics used by internet paedophiles Young people are switched on to the danger of online grooming through a new video which warns of the tricks used by paedophiles to target victims. The 'Who Are You Really Talking To?' video makes it clear just how easy it is for young victims to be conned by predators posing as teenagers to lure them into sexual exploitation. The video, which was filmed with actors, shows a teenage girl swapping messages with who she thinks is a teenage boy, who asks her to meet. In reality he is an older man hiding behind a false profile which he uses to attract youngsters. It is the latest part of the 'Know The Signs' campaign which highlights the issues of child sexual exploitation and encourages victims
to report it. A 'Who Are You Really Talking To?' advertising campaign has been ongoing throughout the summer to spread awareness of this form of child sexual exploitation among both potential victims and also parents. Messages have been displayed on electronic screens in shopping centres and officers have also been speaking to young people in towns and cities. Police and partners, including local authorities, will continue to release web, facebook and twitter posts to promote the issue. Detective Chief Inspector Sue Jenkinson, of West Yorkshire Police, said the new video was just one part of wide ranging activity to tackle CSE.
She said: "This new video really spells out how convincing and manipulative predators can be in luring victims into talking to them online and in concealing their real identities, and I want to thank everyone involved in helping create it. "People can easily set up fake accounts with fake photos to attract victims and the key message we would encourage young people to remember is never to meet up with someone you've only met on line, who pushes for a meeting. "Just ask yourself; 'Who am I really talking to?' and don't put yourself at risk." She added: "We have a number of criminal investigations ongoing into CSE in West Yorkshire as well as dedicated awareness campaigns
taking place in schools and in communities. "Giving both young people and parents the information about the tactics that predators use and the signs of potential grooming is vital in helping us address and tackle the issue within West Yorkshire. "If you have been subject to child sexual exploitation, know somebody who has, or have information about those involved in this crime, please contact the non-emergency number 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111." Mark Burns-Williamson, West Yorkshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner said: "This new video is the latest step in raising awareness of the dangers faced by young people online and reaffirms my and West Yorkshire Police’s
continued commitment in making sure we are doing everything we can to safeguard children and young people from child sexual exploitation. "Protecting our communities from this insidious crime is one of the top priorities in my refreshed Police and Crime Plan and I fully support this continued campaign which gives young people the tools to make informed decisions and identify the tell-tale signs to remain safe and feeling safe. I would recommend all young people and parents take the time to view this short video in helping them to be aware of the dangers." The clip is available on YouTube and on the dedicated West Yorkshire Police Who Are Your Really Talking To?
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All fun at Tropical World
One of Leeds and Yorkshire’s most popular visitor attractions is offering a new programme of entertaining events this autumn and winter. On offer for the first time at Tropical World are a series of events where visitors can find out more from the experts about the fantastic and fascinating animals, birds and plants that inhabit the premises. These include ‘Batty bats and Scary Spiders’ on Wednesday 29th October between 1pm and 3 pm, ‘National Tree Week’ - Wednesday 3rd December, 10am until 1pm and ‘Big Garden Bird Watch’ - Sunday 25th January, between 10am and 12 noon. In what promises to be something not to be missed, a very special ‘Meerkat March’ will round off the programme in 2015 on Saturday 14th March.
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West Yorkshire backs Palestine statehood CONFLICT: Following a summer of conflict between Palestine and Israel, MPs have voted in favour of recognising Palestine as a state in hope of finding a solution between the areas
Leeds in Bloom
The city of Leeds has once again hit the heights at the annual Britain in Bloom awards. Held this year in Bristol, Leeds was recognised in the 'Large City' group category of the acclaimed awards with a prestigious Gold, but just missed out on the top prize to Sunderland. It was also a night of celebration for Kippax in Bloom, who walked away with a Silver Gilt in the ’Urban Communities’ category, whilst one of the city’s most popular green spaces, Roundhay Park, also earned the Royal Horticultural Society’s 'Best Public Park' award. Leeds has a thriving in bloom network with over 50 groups in communities across the city that contributes to over 1,300 floral displays.
Library has business at heart
A council service which was relaunched earlier this year at a Leeds is continuing to move from strength to strength. Based in the heart of the city centre, the Business & IP Centre at Leeds Central Library provides a free and accessible service to anyone wishing to set up, protect and grow a successful business. Visitors to the centre can also access business databases and market research reports, trade journals, directories and a wealth of other information about starting up and running a business. A programme of free workshops and one-to-one advice sessions delivered by staff and business experts on a range of topics including starting up, business planning and marketing, as well as how intellectual property can protect products, brands and designs are also available and are proving to be extremely popular. Asian
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Five West Yorkshire counties, ten local MPs, and one unanimous decision – ‘Yes’. Last week, Members of Parliament from across the country were asked to decide whether they backed the recognition of the state of Palestine alongside Israel in what was a historic vote in the House of Commons. A landslide victory resulted in 274 to 17 MPs saying ‘yes’ to the proposition which will hopefully contribute to ‘securing a negotiated two state solution’ for the ongoing conflict between Palestine and Israel. West Yorkshire’s ten representatives all voted in favour of the motion and despite the overwhelming majority voting in a similar manner, the government is not bound to do anything at the moment. Until the Israeli-occupied areas of Palestine are relinquished, such a move is far from reality. The debate was brought to the House of Commons following the collapse of the latest peace talks between Palestine and Israel after a summer conflict in Gaza which resulted in the deaths of more than 2,100 Palestinians – mostly civilians, and 70 Israelis. Middle East Minister, Tobias Ellwood, said in a backbench business debate following the vote, that the UK’s timing of officially proceeding with the decision to accept Palestine as a state will be ‘critical’ adding ‘You can after all only play this card once’. He continued: “We have made
‘YES’ vote our position absolutely very clear that Britain defends the right to choose our moment which is appropriate for the peace process and when we make that bilateral decision. “We commend the leadership of [Palestinian Authority president Mahmoud Abbas] and [prime minister Rami Hamdallah], who I met last week, and their
commitment to securing cooperation and institutional reform. “Yet despite their commitment and the support of donors such as the UK, the aspirations of the Palestinian people cannot be fully realised until there is an end to the occupation ... and we believe this will only come through negotiations.”
The West Yorkshire MP’s who voted in favour of the decision are listed below: Calderdale
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Linda Riordan MP, Halifax, Labour George Mudie MP, Leeds East, Labour Bradford Greg Mulholland MP, Leeds North David Ward MP, Bradford East, West, Liberal Democrats Liberal Democrat Hilary Benn MP, Gerry Sutcliffe MP, Leeds Central, Labour Bradford South, Labour
Kirklees Jason McCartney MP, Colne Valley, Conservative Barry Sheerman MP, Huddersfield, Labour
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Jon Trickett MP, Hemsworth, Labour Yvette Cooper MP, Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford, Labour
Halloween Spooktacular at Dewsbury Market
Skeletons had better watch out on Saturday 26th October, when former international heavyweight boxer Dermot Gascoyne comes to Dewsbury market. Between 10am and 3pm, Gascoyne will be offering health and fitness advice as well as inviting customers to take part in an arm wrestling competition. The boxer is attending the ‘spooktacular’ event thanks to a group of students from Mirfield Free Grammar who were mentored by the boxer on a recent sports programme. The group are running the market stall as part of a two Year ASDAN course in Personal and Social Development in which they were set the challenge of creating a successful plan for a market stall and preparing a detailed and well thought out application. Their market stall will sell homemade spooky flapjack and offering customers the chance to bob for apples and to win a pair of signed boxing gloves!
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RUN: The team of runners prepare to set off on their 10km route at Temple Newsam last weekend
£10k from 10k! Girls unite in run for Palestine
INSPIRING: Sania and her Grandmother are pictured before the race which has so far helped raise, including governmental contributions, more than £16,000
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A group of determined fundraisers dusted off their running shoes earlier this week as they completed a challenging 10km run for charity. Motivated by the efforts of a grandmother, the group completed the trek around Temple Newsam last weekend and raised more than £10,000 which will go towards helping innocent civilians caught up in conflicts in Syria and Palestine. Over the past two months, the group of girls, made up of mostly students, have been training for the race and took part in the event donning the colours of the two nations being represented. Every Saturday morning a 5km event is held around Temple Newsam’s grounds so to complete their challenge of 10km, the girls pushed themselves to complete the testing course twice. Sadiya Salim took part in the event and said her determination to complete the run came from two sources, including one of the most unlikely participants. “The two things that kept me going after the first lap were the donations from everyone without their belief and support, I wouldn’t have been fired up – and my friend Sania’s Grandma. “She completed the full distance, with her trainers on and is a true inspiration for us all.” Explaining why the girls had decided to take on the run, she added: “The situation in Syria is now so dire that funding for food and medical aid is not reaching those most vulnerable- leaving many to fend for themselves with no hope for survival. “In Palestine whole families are being wiped out by merciless drone attacks and those left behind are forced to wander through the wreckage of their old lives, with no food, water or access to medical aid.” Donations made to the group’s Virgin Money Giving page will go towards paying for food parcels for starving children and families, as well as vital medical supplies and surgical items. Mattresses and blankets will also be purchased. Due to the collections starting in Ramadan, the government has also pledged to double the final total, excluding Gift Aid, taking the total to over £16,000.
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A convicted money launderer who had more than £400,000 in assets seized by the courts has been hit by another Proceeds of Crime bill. Michael Standing, 52, from Shipley, was jailed for eight and a half years at Bradford Crown Court in February 2010 after he was found guilty of charges of money laundering and possession of cannabis with intent to supply. Confiscation proceedings were opened against him and in April 2011 he was ordered to repay £432,622. And on Wednesday, Standing lost a further £10,830 to the courts after Wakefield magistrates ruled that cash seized by police in August last year, was on the balance of
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Second proceeds of Crime Bill for Bradford money launderer probability, for criminal use. This money will be re-invested in projects aimed at tackling crime. Detective Sergeant Karen Milner, of the Bradford District POCA Team, said: "Standing previously told officers that he had 'thousands' of pounds stored in a biscuit tin in a secret location, but this money was never found. "Our enquiries found that last year
he had sent £10,830 to his bank asking for the cash to be paid into his account. This was promptly seized. "We are pleased that this forfeiture has been granted, as it demonstrates that even after we have stripped the ill gotten gains of criminals through the courts, we can look to make further seizures of associated cash and assets through Proceeds of Crime legislation."
West Yorkshire Police and Crime Commissioner, Mark BurnsWilliamson, said: "Once again this case highlights the excellent work by West Yorkshire Police and prosecutors, and the potential amounts which can be recovered under the Proceeds of Crime Act in sending out a strong message to criminals. "Currently half of the money
recovered from criminal activity in West Yorkshire goes back to Government, decisions on such allocations should be agreed locally at a time of huge government budget cuts. "I want to see all that money returned to the county and into initiatives and policing that will benefit our communities. "We have now awarded local groups and organisations a significant amount of money from my Safer Communities Fund, where they can bid into a single pot of money to ensure communities are safer and feel safer, and I want to make more cash available to this fund as well as operational policing."
Photographed with Sufiya Ahmad are: Niamh Hendron L6(Alwoodley) and Farah Ahmad L6 (Bradford) Right of table standing left to right: Caroline Taylor L6 (Bramhope), Taskiya Rahman Y8 (Roundhay), Lilian Farren Y8 (Cawood) Kneeling: Shazia Sarela Y9 (Roundhay) and Amy Alexander Y8 (Shadwell)
Secrets of the Henna Girl
Author Sufiya Ahmed spent a day at The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL), addressing sixth form politics students and year 9 girls to talk about her novel ‘Secrets of the Henna Girl’. The book tells the story of a 16 year old girl living in Yorkshire, whose parents try to force her into an arranged marriage back in the country of their origin, Pakistan. Sufiya was born in India but has spent most of her life in the UK. She is a full-time author but is also the founder of the BIBI Foundation, a nonprofit making organisation which arranges for underprivileged children to visit the Houses of Parliament. GSAL’s Ruth Tay (of Shadwell), year 9, said: “Sufiya Ahmed took the year 9 girls on an engaging journey through her 16 year struggle to become a published author, stopping off on the way at the
Nine O’Clock News, jetting off around the world to meet advertising clients and the Houses of Parliament. There we heard about the group of campaigners who inspired Secrets of the Henna Girl by petitioning for making forced marriage illegal. The eye-opening tale of Zeba – a normal 16-year-old girl who travels to Pakistan with her family, discovering her fixed engagement to her cousin has been decided and binding. The engagement scene was acted out with relish by volunteers, with the aid of some authentic jingling dancing belts and a bridal veil. “This is hoped to be the start of a fresh series, based on hard reality aimed at teenagers, centred on topics like acid violence and Syria – hopefully raising awareness for people who are trapped in these stories themselves.”
Beware of free trial products Yorkshire County Council’s trading standards officers are warning consumers not to sign up for free trials of products without checking the small print and finding out exactly what they are agreeing to. The county’s trading standards officers receive more calls on the subject of free trials than any other issue. People who are attracted by the many internet pop up adverts or links that appear on their computer screens, offering slimming products, face creams and other products on free trial, should treat such offers with extreme
cautions The offers usually seem too good to be true and that’s because they are. They often promise a sample of an expensive product for free with the consumer having to do no more than pay for the postage. However, trading standards officers are now urging people to look closely at the small print. Anyone responding to the adverts will find they are agreeing to subscribe to a regular, usually monthly, delivery of the product at a cost typically between £50 and £100 per month.
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Asian Express gets Tesla Asian Express Managing Director, Nadim Hanif, got his hands on one of the world’s first Tesla Model S motors last week and gave his review on an ‘incredible vehicle’. To have now had this first-hand experience of the Tesla S, and as a self-confessed car enthusiast myself, I can honestly say that this is possibly the best car I have ever driven. This particular model is the top of the range, and is priced at £100,000, which may sound expensive, but you basically start saving money from day one. Why do I rate it so highly? It’s quiet, smooth and absolutely seamless, with no gear changing needed. Simply get in and go – it’s like switching your TV on and off. The car drives like no other I have ever been in before, going from 0 - 60mph in just four seconds. Yes, it’s smooth, and its handling is like that of a thorough-bred supercar - the cornering is like a four-wheel-drive whilst the grip is absolutely amazing. I must also confess that the 50/50 weight distribution is almost identical to that of my own personal 2013 BMW M5 and that, for me, is about the best car in the world. I got used to the fact that there was no sound of the engine yet I’m sure the Speedo was telling fibs at times, as all too often 40mph felt like 20mph. As for the looks, they were very much deceiving with some people comparing it to a Maserati and others being left dumbfounded by this incredible car in front of them. The car rode OS Michelin 255 x R21 tyres and the 21-inch turbine wheels were really eyecatching. Either way it looked slick and stood out from the crowd. It looks better than the majority of four-door cars that you see on the road, and it could even pass as a coupe model - that's how nice it is.
Look inside the Tesla and a massive interactive console is on hand with easy access, leaving all passengers, and admittedly myself, to just sit back and say ‘wow’. It’s basically an iPad fitted in to the cockpit, in fact it’s bigger than an iPad and it’s faster too. The screen had Google maps, full internet access and can be used as a big screen reversing camera. Everything was controlled via this touch screen whether you needed to lock or unlock the doors, or even lower the suspension; you had all the controls right in front of you. The car is also very spacious, similar to the feel of a Big Range Rover Vogue, with plenty of head room and even more leg room which even the back seat passengers can take advantage of. Over all this 100K motor would save money every day: 1. Free Road Tax. 2. Free Congestion charges 3. £8 or fill up on an overnight charge at home giving you 250 miles 4. Services cost next to nothing The only downside is that you would have to work out the mileage of your trip in advance to see if would get to your destination and back. If not, I suppose you could always call at any service station and charge up whilst having a cup of coffee. Basically, the Tesla S is an incredible motor. Nadim Hanif Asian Express Motors
Introducing the Tesla Model S – zero emissions, zero compromises Over the past decade, Tesla Motors have been at the forefront of electric vehicles, developing incredible cars which are helping to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable transportation. The latest motor to arrive from the Tesla production line is a car so advanced; it sets the new standard for premium performance. The Tesla Model S has been designed from the ground up as an electric vehicle, taking performance to the next level and beyond. Equipped with an 85 kilowatthour battery and high performance drive inverter, Model S accelerates to 60 miles per hour in just 4.2 seconds, guaranteed to deliver both unprecedented range and a thrilling driving experience. With a rigid body structure, nearly 50/50 weight distribution, and a remarkably low centre of gravity, Model S offers the responsiveness and agility expected from the world’s best sports cars whilst still providing the ride quality of a saloon. Every millimetre of Model S is designed to reduce drag. The door handles are no exception. When not in use, the handles retract into the body, streamlining airflow. When a driver approaches the vehicle with the key, the handles slide out and unlatch with a simple touch. Model S is not simply a car designed with the environment in mind, it is also a driver’s car. Behind the wheel, the combination of meticulous noise engineering, alongside Tesla’s uniquely quiet powertrain, creates the sound dynamics of a recording studio. The touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, and steering wheel controls seamlessly integrate media, navigation, communications, cabin controls and vehicle data. From the moment the door opens, the high-resolution Model S 17” touchscreen powers on and
returns to its last function. Model S drivers can listen to any song they want with a choice of HD radio, online radio, ondemand internet radio and Bluetooth or USB audio devices. Planning ahead is made easy with Google Maps which offers live traffic information and allows you to visualise the cars energy consumption instantaneously. When reversing, drivers can see behind the car with the industry’s first full HD backup camera which is optimised for ultimate visibility and safety. The Model S has an unbeaten EV range of up to 312 miles, meaning long distances in an electric vehicles are no longer out of the question. Most customers will charge mainly at home, waking up to a completely recharged battery, giving owners the option to travel for free between cities along welltraveled routes in Europe.
Superchargers provide half a charge in as little as 20 minutes and are strategically placed to allow owners to drive from station to station with minimal stops. Travelling with the family or plenty of luggage is no problem in the Model S. The car comfortably seats five adults and the rear facing seat option provides additional seating for two children. The unique architecture of Model S even creates unprecedented storage space
with up to 63 cubic feet of possible storage to be utilized. Whether you are a mountainbiker a surfer or just a big shopper, all your items and more can be safely stored in the vehicle. With sustainable transportation at the heart of everything Tesla produces, the Model S looks set to become the benchmark for other car manufacturers to follow when producing exciting electric motors.
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West Yorkshire Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner for West Yorkshire have jointly launching a new campaign to highlight the issue of hate crime. The campaign launch coincides with the national Hate Crime Awareness Week which started on Saturday, 11 October, and aims to give people a better understanding of what hate crime is and what they can do about it. A new online reporting system is being introduced by the Force to help encourage victims and witnesses of hate incidents whether it is verbal, physical or on social media - to report it to the police. The police are also making improvements to how information about hate incidents is recorded. A number of sub-categories for the
recording of faith and disability hate crimes are being introduced to get a better understanding of the impact of national and international events on local communities and improve and target services for victims. Assistant Chief Constable Andy Battle said: “Being who you are is not a crime, but being targeted because of race, sexual orientation, religion, disability or gender identity can be. “Hate crime takes many forms including verbal abuse, harassment, threats, intimidation, physical abuse and vandalism. It can have both a devastating effect on a single victim but also the potential to divide communities. “Everyone has a part to play in reporting hate incidents. It may be that some incidents do not constitute a criminal offence but by
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because early intervention and education can make a real difference to communities ensuring they are safer and feel safer.” Anyone with information about a hate incident is asked to report it either by calling 999 in an emergency or 101 in a nonemergency, online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/hatecri me or www.report-it.org.uk or in person at a police station. The online hate crime reporting form can be found here. Alternatively, there are independent Hate Incident Reporting Centres (HIRCs) across West Yorkshire for anyone who does not want to speak directly to the police. To find your nearest centre visit the West Yorkshire Police website.
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letting us know we can ensure that support and advice is offered to those involved and action taken where appropriate. The reporting of incidents also helps us build up a picture of any emerging patterns and helps us to police our communities.” Mark Burns Williamson, the Police and Crime Commissioner for West Yorkshire, said: “Raising awareness of hate crime and how to report it is a key priority in the Police and Crime Plan. “I want victims and witnesses of hate crime to feel able to come forward and report it to individuals and organisations they trust, because it is not acceptable in any form. “We all have a responsibility to challenge the attitudes and behaviours that foster hatred
Property investors are being offered the chance to pick up some interesting bargains later this week as an auction takes place at Elland Road Stadium. Northern auctioneers, Pugh & Co will be holding their Leeds auction on Tuesday 21st October with the line up consisting of commercial, residential and land lots. Pugh & Co will also hold a second auction in Manchester which will take place at the Etihad Stadium on Thursday 23rd October. Bradford Council has offered five lots at the latest auction including a variety of land lots and a former depot located in Bingley. Meanwhile, the auctioneers are also acting on behalf of North Yorkshire County Council with a large site offered in Scarborough with development potential. Headlining the properties will be the sale of a former McDonald’s restaurant, a boarding school and former mill. The McDonald’s restaurant, located in the heart of Dewsbury, has been offered for sale on behalf of McDonalds Restaurants ltd. The property benefits from a city centre location with the retail space offered over two storeys at an approximate total area of 583sqm. An attractive former mill building located in Barnard Castle, fronting Bridgegate is also being offered. The workshops and offices are situated on the main arterial routes into the town with the rear overlooking the River Tees. The property is being sold on behalf of the LPA Receivers. Paul Thompson, Managing Director and Auctioneer at Pugh & Co said: “Our October auction is set to be a busy one with a strong portfolio of commercial and residential properties being auctioned from across Yorkshire and the North East. “Once again we are very pleased to be working on behalf of a number of local authorities and joint agents from the area bringing a real strength of variety to our auction catalogue.” For full auction listings and further information please visit www.pugh-auctions.com or call 08442 722 444.
SALE: This former depot, in Bingley, will be auctioned off at the Elland Road event
SAVING: A former mill, located in Barnard Castle, is likely to fetch a lot of interest
DEVELOPMENT: The former McDonald’s site in Dewsbury will be up for sale this week
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PROTEST: Hundreds of people turned out over two days of protesting in Leeds in support of the Syrian area of Kobane
Protestors gather across Yorkshire in support of Syrian town
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Thousands of campaigners came out in force this past week to demonstrate against the growing presence of ISIS which threatens to overtake another civilian area of Syria. Militia are continuing to move in on the town of Kobane with western forces most recently turning to air strikes against the
rebels in an attempt to halt their progress. Across the UK, protests have been held to showcase the public’s disapproval of ISIS’s actions and in Leeds two demonstrations took place on Wednesday and Sunday. Firstly, more than one-hundred people gathered at Dortmund Square, on the Headrow, to peacefully protest before a second event was held on Sunday at Calverley Street in the city. Wednesday’s event was
facilitated by local campaigners, Tabi Tha, and Christine Gilmore, and the latter explained how their role was not to speak on behalf of the Kurdish people but to create an opportunity for them to have their own voice. “Tabi Tha and I both had the same role in helping to facilitate the event but not lead it,” Ms Gilmore said. “All speakers on the day were from Kurdish backgrounds and that is why we helped with the
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organising as we wanted to give them a chance to speak. “More than 130 people confirmed their attendance on the day and as we had only really begun planning it three days before, it was a good turnout. “It was all about making the public aware of what is actually happening in Syria and hopefully that message was put across.” Several aims and demands were also issued by the campaigning
group which included: Turkey opening a ‘corridor’ which would allow Kurdish fighters and equipment to cross the border; and requesting for governments to provide military and humanitarian aid to the civilians caught up in the conflict. Hussin Mohammed, a Syrian refugee, attended the protests in support of his home country and said more awareness was still needed.
“We are appealing to the British and European governments to help the innocent Kurds in their fight against ISIS,” he said. “The extremists kidnap our children and attack the women so we need help in fighting against this group.” Mr Mohammed left his home city of Amouba, Syria, in 2013 and came to the UK as a refugee. He said the threat of the extremists is more real than ever.
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“ISIS is destroying people’s lives in Kurdistan and it has to stop,” he said. Kobane is a small town near the border of Turkey in Syria and is under threat by ISIS. Following sustained US and Arab airstrikes, alongside the efforts of Kurdish YPG soldiers, the extremist group have been forced to abandon some strategic locations recently as the battle for control of the area intensifies.
SUPPORT: People from all backgrounds and all ages came down to show their solidarity with the protest
PLEA: Campaigners want to see the British government provide ‘much-needed’ support to innocent Syrians
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Perfect PhD An Egyptian-born scientist has been showing that when it comes to chemistry, he is top of the class, after acing his PhD with no errors. Ahmed Elmekawy, who practices at the University of Huddersfield, has been making great strides in research that will ultimately help the chemical industry become more environmentally friendly and economically efficient. After three years of ruthless studying for his PhD, the now Dr Elmekawy received his thesis back from examiners last week without requiring any corrections. The rare distinction puts the researcher above the rest of his class and his achievement was recognised by the university who issued him with a Vice-Chancellor’s Award for an Outstanding Research Degree Thesis. Now Dr Elmekawy says he plans to continue with his research, which aims to develop new types of solid catalyst for chemical processes. “The project is aimed directly at reducing the environmental impact
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of the chemical syntheses that are currently used in industry,” explains Dr Elmekawy. “Over decades, thousands of liquid phase chemical processes have been developed using liquid acid and liquid base catalysts. “These catalysts are very active, but they result in a large amount of effluent as they are removed from the processes. Replacing them with solid catalysts would immediately reduce the amount of effluent generated.” After obtaining a BSc degree in Physical and Chemical Sciences at Tanta University in his native Egypt, Dr Elmekawy worked as head of the chemical department for a Saudibased company before deciding to continue his studies and relocate to the UK which, according to the welltravelled scientist, ‘has the best
SUCCESS: Ahmed Elmekawy achieved his PhD without any corrections needed and was subsequently awarded a prestigious award from the University of Huddersfield
education in the world’. He selected the University of Huddersfield, after being impressed by various factors, including its high employability rate among former students. Studying for an MSc in analytical chemistry, Dr Elmekawy scored the
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Huddersfield professors Rob Brown and Joe Sweeney, for the journal ‘Catalysis Science and Technology’. Dr Elmekawy now continues with post-doctoral work at the University, and his career goals include collaboration with industry in tandem with academic research.
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www.asianexpress.co.uk “It is overwhelming to begin with,” she said. “But you quickly realise that dreams are indeed achievable and I have begun to achieve mine.” Jasleen and her family first arrived in the UK in 2005, setting up home in Huddersfield, after life in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, is said to have become oppressive for people of their faith. As a Sikh family, they quickly settled with the local Sikh community and Jasleen began attending the nearby Moor End Academy where she had the challenge of learning English from scratch. “It came slowly, but I was dedicated and had a sheer passion to learn and be successful,” said Jasleen, whose first language is Punjabi. “All Sikhs are under threat in Afghanistan. You don’t have the freedom to live your life the way you want to.” From the academy, the determined teen moved on to Huddersfield’s Greenhead College where she had her first experience of law, opting to study the subject as one of her A-level choices, and landing a work-placement with local legal firm, Chadwick Lawrence. This signalled the start of Jasleen’s passion for the industry and she continued her studies in the field when she began a Bachelor of Law degree at the University of Huddersfield. Achieving a First Class Honours degree, the avid learner thanked those involved with her QUALIFIED: Jasleen Kaur arrived in England ten education and years ago as a refugee from Afghanistan and now described the works at one of London’s most reputable law firms
As a teenage refugee from Afghanistan, Jasleen Kaur arrived in the UK with no English language skills and little direction in life. However, after less than a decade in the country, the now 23-year-old has achieved more in her short time in England than many others ever will, graduating from university and landing her dream job in the paralegal industry. Now living in London, Jasleen said she could not believe how quickly she had found success in the country.
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town’s university as an ‘encouraging’ place to learn. After her degree, there was a placement as a paralegal assistant in the field of property law – her main area of interest – for Kirklees Council, and then a move to London for the next important phase in her qualification as a solicitor when she took her Legal Practice Course (LPC) at Kaplan Law School.
“All Sikhs are under threat in Afghanistan. You don’t have the freedom to live your life the way you want to.” Jasleen says she was encouraged to apply for a position at Nabarro, which she has now landed, and hopes that the two-year training contract will be a stepping stone to further posts at a firm she describes as a ‘property powerhouse’. “I like the type of work that Nabarro does, with major developers and major clients,’ she said. “It is the sheer tangible aspect of it, being a part of something has a huge impact on day-to-day life. You come across the type of transactions the firm works on every day, especially in London.”
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Charity bid to save Chapel HOPEFUL: Joseph Maxwell and Shazad Hamed, from the Despencers Charitable Trust, want to restore the building and use it as their new headquarters
Historic site could be restored to former glory A charity in Bradford has helped to temporarily halt any plans to demolish one of the city’s Grade II-listed buildings after declaring an interest in restoring the site as their headquarters. The Despencers Charitable Trust was set up last year to help homeless people in Bradford find accommodation and also offer legal aid to those who are representing themselves in court. Contact was made by the group to Bradford Council in regard to the Roman Catholic chapel in Bowling Cemetery which was planned to be demolished and replaced by a memorial garden. Since 1987, the site has stood derelict and has become an unwanted area for crime in the area. Trustee of the charity, Joseph Maxwell, said he was alerted to the opportunity of development by a friend and
after conducting some research, contacted the local authorities. Explaining why the site would be not only ideal for the trust but also the wider community, he said: “We’re basically interested in building here as it is a fine location to set up. “We would not disrupt the activities in the cemetery and would rather act as a solution to the crime problem in this area. “At first, people might be sceptical about coming into a cemetery for a charity but once we have talks with the council I’m hoping we can fence off the building, and create a small road which could be used to access the site.” 15 offences have taken place in the cemetery between 1st February and 31st July this year, ranging from muggings to vandalism. Shazad Hamed, volunteer with the charity, added his
reasoning as to why the premises have been selected. “Basically what we are trying to do is bring the building back to life,” he said. “Since the 1980’s it has been stationary and nothing has happened here. It has only been a site for vandalism “What we would do is make this site into some sort of office for the charity, so we would have a base here. “What that gives back to the community is that people know there is something here and hopefully they will then feel safer to come to the cemetery because we are a positive presence.” He continued: “We would also be in keeping with the building’s heritage, keeping the original features and just giving it a bit of TLC inside.” The group are now waiting to hear of any further developments from their proposal.
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Checkmate By Ashley Grint
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A student from Leeds has been showing he is certainly a ‘king’ when it comes to the game of chess after competing in the world championships last month. 16-year-old Harry Li, from Horsforth, represented England at the international tournament in Durban, South Africa, in the under-16 age group. Having taken up the game at the age of just three, the Grammar School at Leeds lower sixth student used to practice against the computer before taking part in his first competition when he was just five-years-old. Success in an under-seven age group highlighted the masterful form the youngster had already adopted and since that early victory, he has only got better and better. It was his performance in regular high level competitions, such as the Leeds Chess League and Yorkshire Chess League, which caught the eye of the England selectors. The World Youth Chess Championships is hosted every year in a different country. Girls and boys compete separately and
there are a number of age categories, with 90 countries represented. Explaining how his first World Championship felt, Harry said: “The competition was very intense, with 11 rounds, each involving a match of at least four hours; however I felt I played well against tough opposition. “Although England isn’t known as one of the top
those who sponsored me; without their support I wouldn’t have benefited from this experience. “I’ve learned a lot, both from playing and observing other matches, and I intend to continue training hard and hope to be back for next year’s competition.” Richard Obank, partner in the Leeds office of DLA Piper, praised the chess whizz who he
Horsforth Harry is chess champ countries, we all put up a strong fight and caused a lot of upsets. It helps when no one knows who you are.” Players have to meet most of the costs of the trip themselves, and Harry’s attendance was made possible thanks to contributions from the DLA Piper Charitable Trust, TD Wealth, his school and individual supporters. The teenager added: “I would like to say a big thank you to
labelled an ‘exceptional student who has showed great determination in developing his mastery of chess’. “I was delighted that the Trustees of the DLA Piper Charitable Trust were able to make a grant which was used to help support him in taking up the opportunity to visit South Africa for this important competition, an experience from which he has clearly gained a great deal,” Mr Obank said.
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SMART: Harry Li competed in the World Youth Chess Championships last month
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TEAM: More than 120 volunteers from Bradford took on the challenge of providing selfless acts this Sewa Day
More than one-hundred volunteers from Bradford’s Hindu community dedicated their day to performing selfless acts earlier this month as the 2014 Sewa Day arrived. Sewa, a universal concept which involves performing an act of kindness without expectation of reward, is embedded in Indian traditions and sees thousands of people every year involved. In Bradford, volunteers took on the slogan ‘I am the Change’ for this year’s efforts on Sunday 5th October, and were sent out to a number of locations to undertake their good deeds. From collecting food and clothes for the homeless, to cleaning up primary schools and volunteering at hospices, the city’s 120 volunteers were certainly active this year. A major food and clothes drive was held at the Lakshmi Narayan Hindu temple and Saj Centre, Lidget Green, for more than six hours. Amongst the items donated were 700 tins of vegetables, 150 duvet and pillow packs, and over 40 boxes of tea and coffee. It took a total of 16 volunteers to help sort through the lorry-load of goods before delivering them to the local St Mary Centre for the Curry Project, and Bradford Metropolitan Food Bank. Frances Atkins, food-coordinator at the Metropolitan Food Bank, thanked all the volunteers for their much needed collection. “What a wonderful team of volunteers,” she said. “They have collected lots of food for us which will prove a tremendous help in providing food parcels for those in need. “The volunteers were all very cheerful and had obviously enjoyed their time helping those less fortunate than themselves.” Amongst the other work carried out, volunteers headed to schools including Hill Top Church of England Primary where a clean-up operation was undertaken to help restore the school grounds. Their acts were once again praised by those at the school, including Debbie Johnston, Parental Involvement Worker, who said the group had ‘rejuvenated’ the grounds. Explaining what the work entailed, Ms Johnston said: “Jobs included pruning bushes and hedges, sanding and staining benches and gathering leaves.
Sewa Day ‘I am the change’ GIVING: Clothes and food collections were held throughout the day before the goods were distributed to charities across the city
“The turnout on Sewa Day was fantastic, over 120 volunteers took part in some wonderful projects that demonstrated just how people can join together to put a smile on the faces of each other.” “The volunteers were so enthusiastic and happy in their work - it was a pleasure to work alongside such a friendly group of people. “Role on next year’s Sewa Day, Hill Top will definitely be signing up to join in.”
Harkishan Mistry, a local coordinator from Bradford, helped organise the Sewa Day activities this year. He added: “The turnout on Sewa Day was fantastic, over 120 volunteers took part in some wonderful projects that
demonstrated just how people can join together to put a smile on the faces of each other. “Sewa is not about giving cash donations-just giving up something more valuable - your time, and seeing the joy on some of the faces was priceless.”
This year’s International Day of Volunteering saw more than 100,000 people up and down the country join in with the activities. It is the fifth time that the annual event has been officially recognised, helping to raise millions of pounds of added value for Britain.
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TEAM: The group of volunteers arrived back from the Syrian border earlier this month after delivering aid to men, women and children affected by the nation’s conflict
Safety for Syria Aid delivered to those most in need Sirens were roaring and medical supplies were at the ready last month as a group of generous drivers travelled thousands of miles to take an ambulance convoy to the Syrian border. As part of a One Nation charity initiative, the group, assembled from only volunteers, took to the roads from Batley in a mission to help those most in need. Passing through France, Switzerland, Italy, Greece and finally Turkey, the group arrived at the Turkey/Syria border seven days after setting off. Six ambulances, full of aid, were taken to the impoverished area to care for refugees who have fled from the war-torn country. Amongst the team of travellers were 22year-old Nadeem Seedat and Sharaz Karolia, 35, both from Batley, who helped drive the convoy and distribute the aid upon arrival.
DRIVE: An ambulance convoy, with boxes full of aid, was taken to the border
The pair had never travelled to the area before and decided to join in the project after being offered the chance by trustees from One Nation. For some, the idea of travelling almost 2,000 miles may seem too difficult to comprehend yet Nadeem explains how he never had any second thoughts. “What’s there to hesitate about being given the opportunity to put a smile on a child’s face,” he said. “As soon as we were told there was a need for two volunteers Sharaz and I immediately put our hands up and I’m glad we did. “Visiting a place like that makes you appreciate everything in life, not just food and possessions but things like the eyes and hands you’ve been given.” The volunteers visited makeshift medical clinics, hospitals and temporary homes on the border, and witnessed firsthand how the Syrian civil war had affected innocent bystanders. In one clinic, victims of the battle were recovering from the severe injuries Nadeem continued: “It was crazy. We went to some clinics, met some people there who had come across from Syria and some had legs or hands missing “In one part, we met a guy in his early
AID: On arrival, boxes of aid were issued to temporary homes, clinics and medical hospitals set up in the area
twenties. He had third degree burns all over his arms and body, and the doctors said he couldn’t sleep because the burns caused his eyes to stay open. “It was shocking to see but made you realise why the aid was so important.” After visiting the clinics and hospital, the group were invited to spend time with families who had been affected and were seeking refuge on the border. Hundreds of men, women and children are made to live in small, cramped conditions, with minimal food, water and medical supplies available. One Nation UK provide relief to these families and individuals through on-theground work and provide support to those affected by global conflicts. Nadeem said he is excited at the prospect of continuing to work with the registered charity and is determined to continue volunteering and return to the border. “Sharaz and I definitely want to do something like this again and that is why we still have our fundraising page, www.donate2syria.co.uk open,” he added. “I think we need to start doing more fundraising over here and making more effort, getting more aid for them because the situation is really bad for a lot of innocent people. “What me and Sharaz plan to do now is fundraise for food parcels and hopefully distribute them ourselves in the near future.” SCHOOL: Smiles were put on the faces of children as the volunteers paid visits to makeshift homes
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‘Let’s Unite’ against cancer
Youth group raise more than £4,000 for charity A local sports project, which brought together hundreds of members from Dewsbury’s mixed communities, has helped to raise more than £4,000 in the fight against cancer. Youth from Savile Town’s Kumon Y’all, one again showed that their actions can speak louder than words as the second annual Let’s Unite 2014 Charity Football tournament only built on last year’s success. During their Family Fun Day, around £1,500 was raised for MacMillan Cancer Support with a further £2,600 on top of that donated through arranged collections at local mosques. After weeks of tallying up every last penny, the final total stands at £4,156 which was handed over to representatives from the charity on Tuesday 7th October. Organised by Kumon Y’all, the games helped the group continue with their goal of giving local youths the chance to provide positive contributions to their communities. Mohammed Musa, Kumon Y’all Let’s Unite Project Leader said the money raised highlights the success of this year’s event, yet
it would not have been possible without the support of the local community. He said: “Once again Let’s Unite was a huge success, bringing our local communities together for a fun day of football, all for a great cause...Macmillan Cancer Support. We thank everyone for their continued support, participation and contributions and we hope to bring more projects for all to get involved in.” Molana Farook Yunus, Projects Manager at Kumon Y’all, added: “Many more projects such as these need to be carried out to bring people together, make friendships and create better understandings between people of different communities who are drifting further apart.” On the day, more than 1,000 people turned up to show their support for their chosen team or just to join in with some of the attractions on offer. Teams on the day were made up of imams, priests, and West Yorkshire police to name just a few, whilst local television celebrity, Jonny Mitchell, star of the Educating Yorkshire television series, led his team out on the day.
DONATIONS: Around £1,500 was raised during a day of football and fun in Savile Town earlier this year
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Bradford and Leeds get Superconnected Superconnected Leeds Bradford programme is part of a national programme to improve broadband connectivity and was launched in February 2014. It provides connection vouchers worth up to £3,000, enabling businesses to upgrade to ‘superfast’ broadband, which typically refers to download speeds of above 30 megabits per second. The connection vouchers can be used to support a variety of technical solutions, including both wired and wireless connections. As well as meeting the ongoing running costs of the broadband connection, SMEs have to pay VAT on the connection charge. The scheme runs in Leeds and Bradford until 31st March 2015. For further information, visit: www.SuperConnectedLeedsBradford.co.uk
ADVANTAGE: Businesses in several sectors have already begun benefiting from the Superconnected Leeds Bradford project
BUSINESS: Hitchenor Wakeford chairman Paul Spetch, welcomes in the new superfast broadband with project manager at Superconnected Leeds Bradford, Mark Durham
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usinesses across Leeds and Bradford are being urged to take advantage of grants worth up to £3,000, available to cover the cost of connecting to superfast broadband. More than 500 businesses across the two cities have already signed up for the deal, designed to help companies transform the speed, reliability and the way they are able to do business. HR firms, manufacturers, business landlords and companies in the design and digital media sector are just some of the first to take up the easy-to-access offer, which is funded through the government’s Superconnected Cities programme. Grants are available until the end of March 2015, so it’s a time-limited offer, but it’s not just individual businesses that can benefit. Creative Space Management became the first property management and consultancy business to provide high-speed internet connectivity for business tenants, based in Holbeck Urban Village, Leeds. It secured a total of £30,000 funding to enable a group of ten technology and media businesses, to connect to
high speed internet services. Superconnected Leeds Bradford business development officer, John Duncan,said: “Landlords can use a joint application to connect a whole multitenanted property, whether that’s an industrial estate, office park, or an individual property.” Grant funding covers the cost of connection but not the running costs, so a joint application makes great business sense. He continued “By clubbing together to receive a large grant, not only do tenants receive a free connection, it also means that the monthly costs can be shared, so businesses can receive a high quality, business grade line, for a reasonable monthly fee.” Executive search firm Hitchenor Wakeford has gained a 500 per cent increase in data capacity after it received a connection voucher to install a new fibre optic broadband line to its head office in King Street, Leeds. The executive recruitment firm has offices in London and Manchester as well as in Leeds. With a faster connection to the firm’s Leeds servers, now 20mbps compared to just 4mbps before the upgrade, the firm
has seen a massive boost in productivity. “It has proved to be enormously beneficial that we can all do considerably more work in every single hour we are online,” said Hitchenor Wakeford chairman Paul Spetch, who managed the IT upgrade for the firm. “We have team members working remotely and from homes all over the UK who all need to connect to the Leeds server, and although we maybe didn’t realise it before, we were making do with a really slow connection,” he said. “We spend a large proportion of our time researching online, and accessing confidential documents held centrally in Leeds, and we are already seeing massive time savings as a result of the lightning quick upload and download times.” he added. Mark Durham, project manager at Superconnected Leeds Bradford, said: “Moving to high-speed broadband can make a massive difference. Connection vouchers are giving businesses a vital leg up that is proving transformational and we look forward to seeing more companies taking advantage of the programme before it closes in March.”
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n the recent case of Hirtenstein and another –v- Hill Dickinson LLP it was not simply enough that the Claimant’s Solicitors, Hill Dickinson, had been negligent when bringing a claim for professional negligence. The Claimant, Mr Hirstenstein, had to show that he had suffered some sort of loss as a ‘cause’ of this negligence. Professional negligence claims can be brought if a Claimant shows that the Defendant’s negligence caused them a loss in order to obtain damages. The facts of this case were that the Claimant bought a yacht from property tycoon, Candyspace Ltd, for €4.5 million without carrying out an inspection of the yacht first. When he set sail an unfortunate failure of the engine brought his grand voyage to a halt only 12 miles out to sea. After spending a considerable amount of money repairing the engine, the Claimant intended to bring a claim against Candyscape Ltd for breach of warranty. Unfortunately he was stopped in his tracks as the company had gone into liquidation. As Hill Dickinson had informed the Claimant shortly after the sale of the yacht that the contract was supported by a personal guarantee by Mr Candy the Claimant then brought an action for breach of a personal guarantee by Mr Candy himself. The Claimant was brought to a further halt in his claim against Mr Candy when Hill Dickinson admitted that they had made a mistake in their drafting of the contract and that there was no effective personal guarantee from Mr Candy. Essentially any claim against Mr Candy
for the defective engine would fail. The Claimant therefore brought a claim against Hill Dickinson for professional negligence for their handling of the purchase of the yacht. Although Hill Dickinson admitted their mistake in informing the Claimant about any personal guarantee from Mr Candy they did not accept that but for their mistake the Claimant would have not bought the yacht. Hill Dickinson admitted breach of duty but denied any causative effect. The Court ruled that a failure to obtain a personal guarantee by Mr Candy did not result in the Claimant’s losses. The Court found that it was not certain whether Mr Candy would have given a personal guarantee covering the condition of the yacht and the Claimant would have nevertheless have purchased the yacht regardless of any such guarantee. The fact that the mistaken information was not relayed to the Claimant until contracts had exchanged was clear proof that the guarantee was irrelevant in the Claimant’s decision as to whether or not to purchase the yacht. The Claimant had therefore failed to show that the Defendant had ‘caused’ his loss. Although the negligence had been admitted, the effect of Hill Dickinson’s mistake had no impact on the Claimant’s purchase of the yacht which had later caused him to suffer financial losses. We at Blacks have a specialist team dealing with all aspects of contractual disputes and professional negligence claims.
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or more than 2,500 years, traditional Thai massage has been used around the world as a Buddhist holistic healing modality and now this ancient practice is readily available in Leeds. Orchid Thai Spa launched its city-premises four years ago and has proven extremely popular with the city’s residents. With a range of healing services provided, the spa had been inundated with bookings from all across the county, with a large number of clientele travelling from across the North of England. After seeing an increased desire from the public to have access to such facilities, Orchid Thai Spa opened its second spa in Bradford earlier this year, giving even more people the chance to experience some classic Thai massages. Unique to the Thai massage is the technique of combining shiatsu, acupressure, reflexology and yoga, increasing not only the customer’s health but also their vitality on all levels. Have a particular strain or muscle tension that has been causing you
discomfort for a long time? Struggle no more. All Orchid Thai Spa therapists are able to focus treatments, through gentle stretching and pressure applied with hands and feet, to relieve the body of all unwanted tension. All staff have been fully trained in the practice in Bangkok, Thailand, bringing their expertise to West Yorkshire as relaxation experts. Services range from Foot Reflexology to Hot Wax Massages, Head Massage to foot massage, and Steamy Herbal Compress
Massage to Relaxation Massages. All this and more can be experienced at the two Yorkshire bases. Meanwhile a relaxing steam room is also on hand to deal with everything from respiratory issues to mental and physical tensions, or why not try out the Vichy shower. Designed to heal physically, emotionally and spiritually, Thai massage is a great way to increase health and vitality on all levels. So head down today and Relax, Recover and Rejuvenate at Orchid Thai Spa.
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orkshire’s largest ethnic superstore finally opened its doors to the public at the end of last month as Manchester Superstore welcomed in the city’s shoppers. Boasting dozens of aisles with tonnes of much-loved brands, the massive supermarket has already proven to be a popular hit with locals. Customers have flocked to the site to see for themselves why the national brand has proven
to be so popular across the north of England, prior to its much anticipated arrival in Bradford. Onsite, the county’s largest Halal Meat Display ensures there is always the freshest HMC produce readily available so you can buy and cook your meal’s ingredients every day. Offering the same fantastic deals which have seen the company gain a valued reputation for providing quality goods at low prices, Manchester Superstore’s newest store is sure to delight the city’s residents. Chairman, Mr Ghafoor, founded the business 25
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years ago and was delighted to be able to bring the store to Bradford for the first time, saying he ‘looked forward to welcoming local residents’. “We have been planning on opening the store here for a long time so it is great that we have finally achieved it,” he said. “By opening in Bradford, we are giving more people the chance to take advantage of our incredible offers and hope to serve the customers for a long time to come.” Manchester Superstore are proud to have their own central distribution warehouse, which allows
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every establishment the ability to offer products at incredibly competitive prices, beating competitors with an extra emphasis on ‘value’. Likewise, by sourcing their own fruit and vegetables from abroad independently, the savings are immediately passed on to the customer meaning you can get a lot more for your money at Manchester Superstore. Head down to the new store today and see for yourself why Manchester Superstore is fast becoming the North of England’s favourite superstore.
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Business centre gets boost from Superconnected scheme arlisle Business Centre is partnering with Leeds based IT and telecoms specialist LDD Group to deliver ‘superfast’ internet connectivity to its tenants. The project will provide tenants with access to broadband speeds of up to 100Mb and paves the way for businesses at the centre to adopt technologies, such as Voice over IP telephony and ‘Cloud’ based services. The centre, located in Manningham in Bradford, operates as a social enterprise that donates its generated profit to the Action For Community Ltd charity in aid of community project work for the benefit of the surrounding area. The decision to partner with LDD Group was taken after a period of consultation with the well-established IT and Telecoms provider, who celebrated their 21st year in business this April. “We’re proud to be involved in a project where we will be bringing a tangible benefit not just to the businesses at Carlisle Business Centre but also to the surrounding community,” said David Gomersall of LDD Group. “The improved connectivity will provide a real boost for
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the site and it’s tenants and will hopefully help to attract more businesses to the vibrant community at Carlisle Business Centre.” The project will use funding from the governments’ Superconnected cities scheme to contribute towards the costs of upgrading services. Sam Keighley, Chief Executive at Carlisle Business Centre said: “I’m delighted to have been able to take up the Superconnected Cities connection voucher scheme to get connected to Superfast Broadband. We are always looking for ways to improve things for businesses and charities based here and hope this will be a boost for existing tenants and others looking to join us in the future.” The former textile mill is a local landmark and has been providing support for new businesses, office accommodation, meeting and training rooms and space to host business and social events since it’s renovation in 1991.Work on upgrading the site has just started and the initial roll out phase is anticipated to be completed early in the new year.
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October 2014 - 3rd Edition The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) launched a major advertising campaign today targeted at nearly 50 towns and cities across the country. A range of television and radio adverts, posters, letters and Facebook ads will be used in each region to urge claimants to report changes in their circumstances or risk a jail sentence. The advert displays a map pin icon landing on the region and tells claimants if their circumstances have changed to ‘call us to update your claim before we call you.’ Department for Work and Pensions Minister Mark Harper said: “We are giving benefit claimants every opportunity to tell us if their circumstances have changed, as the majority do. But those who cheat the
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DWP launches awareness campaign for claimants system need to know we will use everything in our power to stop them stealing money from hardworking taxpayers, and that they could land themselves in jail when they’re caught. “Our fraud investigators have new and better methods of detecting benefit cheats so it’s becoming harder to hide and more difficult to escape punishment.” Ministers are highlighting the types of fraud that are hiking up the estimated £1.1 billion benefit fraud bill (2013/14): People who fail to tell us a partner has moved in. People who don’t notify us if there is
more money coming in. The campaign also appeals to members of the public to call the benefit fraud hotline if they suspect someone is claiming benefits illegally. Calls to the hotline topped 150,000 in the last year, an average of more than 600 calls every working day. Ministers have also announced that there is a new tool in the armoury for cracking down on benefit fraud, with the ability to now cross-check benefit claims against Real Time Information (RTI) on earnings and pension income from HMRC. Previously this data was submitted by employers annually, potentially resulting in thousands of
pounds of overpayments before discovering fraud or an error. In the last year the Government recovered more than £1.3 billion in fraudulent payments. In addition to RTI, it has also introduced a raft of measures to counter benefit fraud: Introducing tough new rules so that 40% of individuals’ benefits can be taken to repay stolen cash - on top of any fine or custodial sentence handed out by the courts; Increasing penalties that someone committing fraud can receive from £2,000 to £5,000, without taking them to court; Using bailiffs to confiscate high-
Domestic slave receives compensation Trafficking victim receives payout in landmark case
A deaf and mute girl from Pakistan, who was smuggled into the UK at the age of ten, has been awarded £100,000 in compensation after being forced to work as a slave for more than a decade. The victim, who is now in her twenties, was trafficked to Britain when she was just ten-years-old and was discovered living in the cellar of a five-bedroom house in Eccles, Greater Manchester, last year. At the home, she was repeatedly raped by Ilyas Ashar, 85, who is currently serving a 15-year prison sentence along with his wife Tallat, 69, who was sentenced to six years. Mr Ashar was found guilty of 13 counts of rape against the girl as well as two counts of people trafficking and three offences of benefit fraud. Mrs Ashar was convicted for two counts of trafficking and seven offences of benefit fraud. Earlier this month, the girl was awarded a landmark payout of £101,300.72 after Greater Manchester Police took out the Proceeds of Crime case. The Ashars must also pay back benefits to the state that they wrongfully claimed for the girl, totalling around £14,000, as well as court costs of £300,000. Salford's police chief said the
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GUILTY: Ilyas Ashar and his wife Tallat Ashar were found guilty of trafficking the girl who lived in their house as a slave for more than a decade
value possessions from convicted benefit fraudsters; Continuing to roll out Universal Credit to more sites, which is expected to reduce fraud by £1 billion in 5 years when it is fully in place across the country; Extending the loss of benefit for offences which result in a conviction of 13 weeks for a first offence, then 26 weeks for a second offence and 3 years for a third offence; Issuing a new £50 civil penalty for claimants who negligently give incorrect information on their claim or fail to report a change in circumstances which results in an overpayment.
Summons for business after death of 16-year-old
Four summonses have been issued following the death of 16-year-old apprentice Cameron Minshull, from Bury. Cameron was fatally injured on 8 January 2013 when he became entangled in a lathe which he was operating while working at Huntley Mount Engineering Ltd. Cameron had been employed at the company as an apprentice from 3rd December 2012. Huntley Mount Engineering Ltd have been summonsed for offences of corporate manslaughter and failing to ensure the health, safety and welfare of employees. Lime People Training Solutions Ltd., which places apprentices with employers, has been summonsed for failing to ensure the health and safety of a person other than an employee. Zaffar Hussain, 59, of Bridgefield Drive, Bury, the director of Huntley Mount Engineering Ltd., and Akbar Hussain, 35, also of Bridgefield Drive, Bury, a supervisor, have been summonsed for offences of manslaughter by gross negligence. The first hearing will take place on 4 November 2014 at Bury Magistrates’ Court. Just before 10.45am on Tuesday 8 January 2013, police received a report an industrial accident at a factory on Huntley Mount Road, Bury. Cameron Minshull, 16 suffered a serious head injury and was taken to Wythenshawe Hospital for treatment where he sadly died a short time later. A joint investigation has been carried out by Greater Manchester Police and the Health and Safety Executive.
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case was important for victims of trafficking everywhere. Chief Supt Mary Doyle, said: “The crimes of the Ashars are well documented and people continue to share a sense of disbelief at the prolonged cruelty they inflicted on their young victim. “However, inspired by her strength and courage in the face of overwhelming obstacles, officers
have worked tirelessly to ensure justice is done. “Our financial investigators delved deeply into the Ashars financial affairs and used existing legislation to great effect. “The money will in no way make up for what she went through over a number of years, but it will help her move on with her life.”
The victim was found in June 2009 after Salford Trading Standards contacted the authorities to help with an investigation into money laundering. Upon arriving at the Ashar’s home, the young girl was found sleeping on a cot bed in the cellar of the residence and was removed to a place of safety by police.
British authorities on Friday 17th October charged five young London men with terror offenses including obtaining a gun, conducting surveillance on a police station and taking an oath of allegiance to IS. The Metropolitan Police force said the men, arrested in London over the past two weeks, were charged with preparing acts of terrorism between 8th July and 7th October. The men were accused of offenses including taking an oath of allegiance to the banned Islamic State group, procuring a Baikal handgun and ammunition and using Google Street View to conduct reconnaissance on a police station and an army barracks in west London. The men are named as Tarik Hassane, 21; Suhaib Majeed, 20; Nyall Hamlett, 24; and Momen Motasim, 21 and all appeared appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Friday.
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Ebola screening extended Travellers arriving in Britain from affected areas of West Africa are set to receive more screenings for Ebola in an attempt to stop the potentially fatal disease arriving in the UK. Public Health England said on Friday that Manchester and Birmingham airports are both set to start screening passengers, despite the disease’s risk to the UK currently being labelled as ‘low’. In his weekly message to staff, Duncan Selbie, chief executive of Public Health England, said: “Next week the focus will be on Gatwick and St Pancras and, once settled there, we will then move to include Manchester and Birmingham. “I appreciate very much that we are taking people away from their normal work, and please be assured that we are thinking hard and listening carefully to those on the ground to see how we can make this more sustainable. “What I am certain of is that we have the people who know how to keep the country safe, and that is exactly what we will do.” Earlier in the week, Prime Minister David Cameron chaired a meeting of the Cobra crisis response committee to address the concerns surrounding checks in airports elsewhere in the continent. Calls were made for the
Two more airports set to test passengers HEALTH: Ebola screening will start at Manchester and Birmingham airport, following on from Gatwick and St Pancras
screening to even extend to Brits, and tourists, arriving in Dover via ferry, in an attempt to do more to halt the progress of Ebola. Conservative MP Sir Roger Gale urged home secretary, Theresa May, to begin talks with the French authorities in regard to screening migrants in camps in Calais, who
are attempting to illegally gain access to the UK. “We have to try to take every practical precaution to both prevent the disease from entering the UK and to identify, isolate and treat possible patients,” Gale said. “What is as dangerous is a possible outbreak of Ebola among
those hundreds of potential illegal immigrants clustered under poor conditions in Calais. “They, by their nature, cannot be subject to any pre-embarkation screening but in the interests of humanity we need to work with the French authorities to try to limit the prospects of an outbreak
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Scientists believe they have made a ‘giant leap forward’ in their search for an effective treatment for Type 1 diabetes. They hope it could eventually mean people with diabetes no longer need to inject themselves with insulin. Diabetes is an autoimmune condition that causes the pancreas to stop producing insulin - the hormone that regulates blood glucose levels. If the amount of glucose in the blood is too high, over time it can seriously damage the body's organs. In this study, experts using human embryonic stem cells as a starting point have, for the first time, produced human insulin-producing beta cells. These cells are the equivalent in almost every way to normally functioning beta cells and have been produced in the kind of massive quantities needed for cell transplantation and pharm-aceutical purposes. The stem cell-derived beta
cells are currently undergoing trials in animal models, including nonhuman primates. Doug Melton, the Xander University Professor at Harvard University, who led the work, said he hopes clinical trials could be carried out on humans within a few years. Professor Melton, who is also co-director of the Harvard Stem Cell Institute, also added that the device being tested has so far protected beta cells implanted in mice from immune attack for many months. "There have been previous reports of other labs deriving beta cell types from stem cells, no other group has produced mature beta cells as suitable for use in patients," he said. "The biggest hurdle has been to get to glucosesensing, insulin-secreting beta cells, and that's what our group has done. "We are now just one preclinical step away from the finish line."
Cell transplantation as a treatment for diabetes is still essentially experimental and has been available to only a very small number of patients. It uses cells from dead bodies and requires the use of powerful drugs to suppress a person's immune system. Professor Elaine Fuchs, of Rockefeller University, described the findings as ‘one of the most important advances to date in the stemcell field’. "For decades, researchers have tried to generate human pancreatic beta cells that could be cultured and passaged long term under conditions where they produce insulin. "(Professor) Melton and his colleagues have now overcome this hurdle and opened the door for drug discovery and transplantation therapy in diabetes," she said. Around 10 per cent of all diabetes is Type 1 but it is the most common type of childhood diabetes.
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London family in terror after world’s deadliest spider jumps out of supermarket bananas A London family were left traumatised after the world's deadliest spider crept out from a bunch of bananas delivered by their supermarket. The family had to spend the night away from their home, after a sac containing thousands of the spider's eggs was also discovered. Parents Tim and Lisa were told the Brazilian Wandering spider is the deadliest in the world. Waitrose, from whom the bananas were from, sent a spider expert who tried to capture the arachnid, but the spider had chewed off its trapped leg and vanished. He killed the eggs by putting them in the freezer. When he located the spider it stood on its back legs and showed its fangs in a gesture of aggression. Trippett bravely guided the spider into a plastic box using a three-foot stick. It has now been removed from the UK. Waitrose have apologised to the family and offered them compensation. In recent months live Brazilian Wandering spiders (also called "banana spiders") and their eggs have been discovered in bananas in peoples' homes and supermarkets in Essex, Staffordshire, Kent and London. It is thought the trend for organic food may be responsible as organic bananas are not treated with chemicals. Native to rainforests of South
America, the spider's genus' name is Phoneutria, which translates as "murderess". The spiders have a leg-span of 5in and don't weave webs, preferring to lurk in dark places. Their bite contains venom which is 30 times more poisonous than that of rattlesnakes', and at least twice as poisonous as the infamous Black Widow's. They are thought to have killed 14 people worldwide since 1926. The last supply of antidote at Guy's Hospital is thought to have expired in 2011. As well as intense pain, paralysis and asphyxiation, the Brazilian Wandering spider's venom can cause unwanted erections of up to four hours in men. This has led some scientists to study the toxin to develop possible treatments for erectile dysfunction.
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SNEH JOSHI
March 21st - April 20th
An inspiring boost to matters of communication but make sure your curiosity on a range of topics does not lead to a scattering of mental energy. With a surge of energy and enthusiasm, this is a favourable time to make fresh starts. Personal relationships may be more intense.
TAURUS
April 21st - May 21th
Although all kinds of opportunities are coming your way, there are many obstacles between you and the fulfilment of any of these. As you clear your path you will get closer to achieving your dreams. Relationships and romance are both under scrutiny by the presence of Saturn in your 7th house.
GEMINI
May 22nd - June 21st
Do not kid yourself that emotional problems can always be solved by material means. This only covers the cracks and does nobody any good in the end. Be prepared to confront the issues. If love has left you feeling rather dejected or cynical, it looks as though soon events will pull you out of this mood of despondency.
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It is certainly going to be a fortunate time for those in established relationships. The keynote is emotional enrichment through close interaction with a loved one. Facets of your life that have been a source of restriction and dissatisfaction will begin to loosen their hold.
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You will have plenty of energy and drive to improve your status and at the same time achieve financial prosperity - you must make good use of the energy that is flowing, by channelling it positively! Creativity, romance and leisure all receive a tonic.
VIRGO
August 24th - September 23rd
Disruptions in your home bring a new outlook with a search for security. There will be opportunities through partnerships. It is time to team up with others with the same desires and goals. It is time to take your plans to the next level with focus and planning.
LIBRA
September 24th - October 23rd
This is almost certain to be an eventful time for affairs of the heart. The transit of Venus through your sign augurs well for those hoping to meet the right partner. A party that you attend allows you to connect with interesting new people, one of whom may be interested in you as a romantic partner.
SCORPIO
October 24th - November 22nd
Sun's transit of your 12th Solar House indicates that experience will put you in a deeply reflective mood. This is a favourable time for getting away from usual routines and seeking a retreat for a few days. Meditation, yoga and therapies will help you to get in closer touch with your inner self.
SAGITTARIUS
November 23rd - December 21st
The fiery planet Mars, continues to occupy your sign. Its influence will help you to maintain a high energy level and achieve positive results in anything that requires drive and initiative. However, you will need to focus on what is most important in your life, otherwise mistakes will be made.
CAPRICORN
December 22nd - January 20th
The prevailing cosmic pattern packs a powerful punch early this week. Having such potent energies, make you feel positive and confident in whatever you do. This is not the time to hold back or underestimate your potential if you wish to further an important aim.
AQUARIUS
January 21st - February 19th
You are endowed with a level of determination that others sometimes find formidable. Once you set your mind on a goal you stay the course no matter what obstacles you encounter. Saturn's placement in your Solar 10th house often denotes a phase of restriction, sometimes frustration, in one's life.
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February 20th - March 20th
Don't be afraid to act forcefully if your instinct tells you it's time for change. If you know your ground and are not afraid to stick your neck out, you can create your own opportunities. Besides spending time on domestic affairs, the focus can be on cultivating and nourishing your inner foundations, so to speak.
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Be Clear on Cancer Pensioner warns others to know the signs of cancer A new Be Clear on Cancer campaign is aiming to get more people to contact their doctor early if blood is present in their urine as it is a common symptom of kidney and bladder cancer. Latest figures reveal that only one in three people survive the condition beyond a year if diagnosed at a late stage, compared with more than nine in ten who survive at least a year if diagnosed at the earliest stage. Mr Goyas Miah was 70-yearsold when he was diagnosed with bladder cancer and went to his GP the very same day, who then refered him to St Bart’s NHS Hospital for further tests. The tests revealed he had inflamed cancer cells and he was told that an operation would need to be done straightaway. Mr Miah was positive in his outlook: “I didn’t feel any pain so I wasn’t too concerned especially as I was told that they could treat me easily,” he said. “However, just the word Cancer caused me to worry
sometimes but the love and support from my family helped me a lot.” Mr Miah told some of his friends as he felt that his experience could help others but didn’t tell other people in his community as cancer is often seen as taboo. “It’s difficult to talk about cancer with older Asian people but I try and help people where I can,” he added, “also many people ignore their health.” Three weeks after his diagnosis, he had an operation to remove his bladder followed by regular check-ups. A year later some inflammation was found again but they removed it quickly. When he received the news that he was clear of cancer Mr Miah says he was overjoyed. He said “I felt great, I was very satisfied after seeing Dr Pati, my Urologist when she told me the cancer was gone. “It made me so happy…I value my life, I want to enjoy it with my
grandchildren and I am happy to share more time with them.’ Mr Miah is keen to stress the importance of not delaying to go and see your GP. The earlier bladder and kidney cancers are diagnosed, the higher the chance of survival, so being aware of the symptoms is crucial. Visible blood in urine is a key symptom in many bladder and kidney cancers and those who notice it, even if it’s just the once, should see their doctor without delay. Yet research has found that 43 per cent of people would wait until they saw blood in their urine at least a second time before they contacted their GP. It is believed that within South Asian communities there are cultural, language and religious reasons that can prevent people from seeing their doctor early. There is often a strong fear of cancer, a perception that cancer is an incurable disease that quickly leads to death. Some believe that by talking about it is
tempting fate. But finding it earlier makes it more treatable. Dr Anant Sachdev, a GP who features in the Be Clear on Cancer advertising, comments: “It’s important for people from all communities to be aware of the symptoms of bladder and kidney cancer, especially where cultural, language and religious barriers exist. “The message is simple, if you notice blood in your urine, even if it’s just the once, tell your doctor.” CLEAR: Goyas Miah defeated cancer after being diagnosed early
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Medieval treason law could be introduced
Britain may use a mediaeval law dating to 1351 to charge citizens with treason if they go to fight with Islamic State insurgents in Iraq and Syria, Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond has said. Prime Minister David Cameron has warned that Islamic State, whose fighters have seized large areas of Syria and Iraq, pose a grave threat to Britain while police and intelligence officers say they have seen a rise in potentially deadly plots. Security officials say some 500 Britons - largely with Muslim immigrant backgrounds - are believed to be fighting in Iraq and Syria, though the true figure could be much greater and security officials worry that those who return could carry out an attack on Britain. Hammond said any British citizen who had sworn personal allegiance to the socalled Islamic State could have committed an offence under the Treason Act of 1351, which was passed during the reign of English King Edward III. “We have seen people declaring that they have sworn personal allegiance to the so-called Islamic State,” Hammond told parliament on Thursday. Asian
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Building relations Richard Howitt MEP named vice-president ELECTED: Richard Howitt, Labour member of the European Parliament for the East of England, will take on the new role with immediate effect
Senior British Member of the European Parliament, Richard Howitt MEP, has been elected to the influential post of vicepresident of the European Parliament's Delegation for Relations with South Asia. The committee of MEPs is responsible for relations between Europe and Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Nepal and Pakistan. Focus is on democracy and human rights, as well as trade relations with the region, and Mr Howitt says he is ‘honoured’ to be given the opportunity to be involved in major international decisions. The Labour MEP is known for his special interest in South Asia, having chaired the European Parliament's Election Monitoring Delegation at the Pakistan elections last year, led a
previous human rights mission on the aftermath of the conflict in Sri Lanka and taken part in investigations on both sides of the Kashmir dispute. He currently represents the East of England constituency, including one of Britain's largest Pakistani populations in Luton, as well as significant South Asian communities in Bedford, Peterborough and Watford. Before taking on his role as an MEP, Mr Howitt spent time as a disability rights worker and eleven years as Harlow councillor. Richard Howitt MEP said upon his appointment of vice-president: “I’m honoured to be elected Vice President of the European Parliament Delegation for Relations with South Asia to give priority how aid, trade and political cooperation with Europe can help the lives of its peoples. “I hope to work with many people from the region in our common interest of upholding democracy and human rights, resolving conflict, promoting trade and business and advancing development.” Jean Lambert, of the Green Party, is currently chair of the European Parliament's Delegation for Relations with South Asia, whilst Conservative Ian Duncan, is a fellow vicepresident.
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This year's winner of the Moc Chau beauty contest has an American father while her mother is of Dutch and Cuban heritage. She's also pregnant, which is fine with the judges since contestant 1386 is a four-year-old cow. The Miss Milk Cow contest has been an October fixture since 2004 in the popular backpacker destination of Moc Chau some 200 km (120 miles)
French MEP goes “beserk” BANNED: Wearing a Niqab covering up your face in France may result in a fine up to €150
Politician outraged after police fail to recognise her upon alerting them to a woman wearing banned niqab
A prominent French politician alerted police when she spotted a Muslim woman wearing a black niqab in Paris, in breach of a controversial law banning face-covering veils. Nadine Morano, a member of the centre-right UMP (Union for a Popular Movement) party, came across the woman at Paris Est train station. The 51-year-old Member of the EU Parliament (MEP) wrote on Facebook that she could not tell if the Islam faithful was a man or a woman as ‘he/she’ was covered from head to toe ‘with only the eyes left exposed’. “I reminded (them) that such (an) outfit is banned in France and that he or she had to uncover her face to walk in public areas,” Morano wrote. The woman, who had most likely just arrived in Paris as Morano said she was carrying luggage, ignored the female politician and walked away, according to Morano ‘in total disregard’. Not considering that perhaps the woman didn’t understand French and hence the reason for not responding, Morano reported her presence to police. The MEP claimed that facecovering veils pose a security threat to the public, as they conceal identity. "It's allowed to be suspicious when [a person] hides," she wrote. "Our vigilance must be flawless in this period
of radicalization of communal behaviours and of jihadi indoctrination.” However, more interestingly was her outburst - according to a police report on the incident published by France Blue radio. Morano went berserk as police officers didn't recognise her and failed to stop the veiled woman. Described in the report as ENRAGED: French MEP Nadine Morano was outraged that police failed to recognise her
west of Hanoi, helping to promote dairy farming in Vietnam. Owners armed with hairdryers and Vaseline jelly primp the contestants for the beauty pageant, adorning their heads with a bright red bow before the cows take centre stage in front of hundreds of camera-toting spectators. Some farmers use baths, massages and music to soothe their animals.
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An Australian man had a spider removed from his stomach after it burrowed its way into his body and survived for three days before being removed. Dylan Maxwell was on holidays on the Indonesian island of Bali when the tiny creature burrowed through a small appendix scar and travelled up his torso,
"extremely aggressive and very nervous", the MEP allegedly asked police if they ever watched television. "I'm a minister!" she shouted, according to the report. Morano served as minister for Family Affairs and later for Apprenticeship and Professional Formation under the presidency of Nicolas Sarkozy. Under a law that came into effect in 2011 in France, women who cover their faces in a number of public spaces, such as in the street, can be fined up to €150 ($205) or be obliged to attend a citizenship class, or both.
The European Court of Human Rights recently dismissed a complaint that the rule breached freedom of religious rights, maintaining that covering one's face in public can be considered an anti-social behaviour. France is home to about five million Muslims - the largest Muslim population in Western Europe - but it is estimated that only about 2,000 women wear full veils.
“I reminded (them) that such (an) outfit is banned in France and that he or she had to uncover her face to walk in public areas.”
leaving a red scar-like trail from his navel to his chest. Lifting his shirt, Maxwell told an Australian television network ‘that's where it actually burrowed underneath my skin’. While still in Bali, Maxwell visited a local medical centre and was prescribed an antihistamine for an insect bite.
Five years for Pistorius
South African Olympic and Paralympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius was sentenced to five years in prison on Tuesday for killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, ending a trial that has gripped South Africa and the world. As judge Thokozile Masipa read out her decision on Pistorius' 12th September culpable homicide conviction, the 27-year-old, whose downfall has been likened to that of American football star O.J. Simpson, stood
resolutely in the dock. His only reaction was to wipe his eyes before two police officers led him down to the holding cells beneath the High Court in the heart of the South African capital. An armoured police vehicle took him from the court building. Masipa, only the second black woman to rise to the bench, stressed the difficulty of arriving at a decision that was ‘fair and just to society and to the accused’.
Don’t ask, Karma will take care
Satya Nadella, the Microsoft Corp Chief Executive who ignited a firestorm of protest earlier this month by suggesting women should not ask for pay raises, said on Monday that men and women are paid equally at his company. Nadella's statement, made at a presentation on cloud computing in San Francisco, runs counter to some limited data made public by employees, but is unverifiable given that Microsoft does not release
details of its pay structure. “I checked that it is something that we are enforcing,” said Nadella, when asked about equal pay. “We are in fact in good shape. Men and women get paid equally at Microsoft.” Nadella said he was ‘humbled’ by his experience on 9th October, when he told a conference celebrating women in computing that women should not ask for pay raises but trust in "karma" to give them the salary they deserve.
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“National shame” Pakistan charity boss Abdul Sattar Edhi ‘heartbroken’ after robbers raid his charity headquarters at gunpoint Pakistan's world-renowned charity leader has said that he is heartbroken after being robbed at gunpoint. 86-year-old Abdul Sattar Edhi, was asleep when a gang of armed men raided the Karachi slum building that serves as his residence and charity headquarters. The robbers held the famous philanthropist and his staff hostage during the heist. According to the FIR report, the armed robbers were clearly not in a hurry – they spent around 30 minutes in the office. There are indications that they may have had inside information as they knew the location of the cash and valuables. They made off with gold, silver and cash worth hundreds of thousands of dollars in the raid early on 19th October. Mr Edhi is one of Pakistan's most revered figures and has spent a lifetime building up its largest health charity. The Edhi Foundation provides a broad range of free social services, including ambulances,
orphanages and support for the elderly and disabled. "I am heartbroken. After everything I have done, I never thought I'd be violated like this inside my own home," Mr Edhi said to a worldwide news agency. Police have now prepared computerised sketches of the men who robbed the Edhi Foundation with the help of witnesses and CCTV footage. They have yet to make any arrests. The three men whose sketches have been prepared are said to be aged around 39, 50 and 60 years old. His son Faisal Edhi said to the BBC: "My father is fine, but deeply saddened by this incident. He was tearful yesterday. It's not about the money or the valuables they took away. But his pride has been violated." Many people took to social media to voice their anger at the robbery, which correspondents say is shocking despite the notoriously high crime rates in Karachi.
Many messages urged people to donate to Edhi because of the robbery, but some others questioned why so much money and valuables had been kept in his residence. Mr Edhi said as well as some cash kept for emergencies, the money and valuables included deposits entrusted to the foundation for safekeeping. He said the robbers had walked straight to the locker where the money and gold was kept and demanded the key. "I thought they came to ask me about the Edhi centre but they started asking me about money. I don't understand how they knew that everything was kept in the cupboard," Mr Edhi told the Express Tribune newspaper. "Please protect my Pakistan where VIPs are guarded & Philanthropist are looted & abused on gun point," he said in a tweet. Many have slammed the despicable robbery as a matter of “national shame”.
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Privatisation plans
India promised on Monday to open up the coal industry to private players and moved closer to selling a stake in state-run Oil and Natural Gas Corp. Using an executive order, the cabinet agreed to allow private Indian companies to mine and sell coal at an unspecified future date, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said. That sets the stage for the biggest liberalisation of the industry in more than 40 years. The Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) success in
the Maharashtra and Haryana state elections last week capped several days of action on the economic front and has given Modi more room to cut through a thicket of regulations and state controls he says holds back Asia's third-largest economy. Modi was elected in May on promises he would create jobs and rejuvenate the Indian economy, but investors and economists were disappointed by his first budget and a lack of early progress.
Report reveals number of Pakistani’s out of work is four times higher
Taking extra care
The United States issued stringent new protocols on Monday for health workers treating Ebola victims, directing medical teams to wear protective gear that leaves no skin or hair exposed to prevent medical workers from becoming infected. The new guidelines from the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta come as 43 people who were exposed to the first patient diagnosed in the United States were declared risk free easing a national sense of crisis that
took hold after two Texas nurses who treated him contracted the disease. Under new protocols, Ebola healthcare workers also must undergo special training and demonstrate competency in using protective equipment. Use of the gear, now including coveralls, and single-use, disposable hoods, must be overseen by a supervisor to ensure proper procedures are followed when caring for patients with Ebola, which is transmitted through direct contact with bodily fluids but is not airborne.
HARSH: Approximately four million young people between the ages of 15 and 24 are unemployed, compared to the UK’s 747,000 - Hiten Mehta of the British Asian Trust comments on the plight of Pakistan’s youth
A new report outlines the harsh employment realities faced by Pakistani youth in their own country. Titled ‘Sustainable Livelihoods: Investing in Pakistan’s Future’, the research assesses Pakistan’s current landscape and highlights the need for Pakistan to find employment for 1.7 million people each year if it is to avoid a long term rise of youth unemployment. The report released by the Citi Foundation and the British Asian Trust points that there are approximately four million young people between the ages of 15 and 24 out of work in Pakistan. Without the adequate infrastructure to support education and vocational training to prepare this generation for the opportunities that do exist, Pakistan runs the risk of this number soaring to 8.6 million by 2020. It goes on to make the case for private philanthropy taking an active role in easing this detrimental situation. While systems are in place to provide training, there are still major failings and it is within these gaps that an individual giver is able to invest in alternative and highly effective interventions. Commenting on the findings of the report, Nadeem Lodhi, MD & CCO Citibank N.A., Pakistan, said: “As a Pakistani, I must admit it is alarming to learn that this young and able workforce is not being given their chance to shine. “With one in three working people in Pakistan aged between 15 and 24, we cannot ignore the need
nor shy away from providing support. “We must lend a hand in breaking the cycle of poverty and the most effective way of doing this is to ensure access to quality training, which in turn allows them to earn and to build their own future.” Hitan Mehta, Executive Director of the British Asian Trust, discusses the longer term impact of the Trust’s work: "Pakistan finds itself in a unique position. Having the fastest growing population in the region, there is a great opportunity to spur economic growth, but that is only if we are able to support interventions that work within the wider context of leveraging this demographic. “By adding value to Pakistan’s infrastructure we work together to reduce endemic poverty, we begin to make a real impact on reducing that figure of 40 million living on less than $1.25 a day." Citi as part of its commitment to Pakistan continues to play an active role towards building the economic infrastructure of the country and work towards the empowerment and prosperity of the underserved. Following the report’s release the Trust’s role will offer philanthropists the opportunity to join like-minded individuals in creating a Livelihoods Fund. The aim of the fund will be to generate £1 million which will be allocated to key interventions that will work towards unlocking the potential of the many millions currently facing unemployment.
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Fatal goal celebration
A 23-year-old Indian footballer has died from severe spinal cord damage after attempting to celebrate a goal with a somersault. Bethlehem Vengthlang FC midfielder Peter Biaksangzuala died on Sunday at a hospital in Mizoram after the incident in Tuesday's match in the third tier Mizoram Premier League (MPL). “We are shocked by the case. We at the Mizoram Football Association did all we could but could not save him,” MFA secretary Lalnghinglova Hmar told Reuters. After scoring the
equaliser against Chanmari West FC, a flipping Biaksangzuala landed awkwardly and was lying unconscious as his team mates surrounded him and gestured for help. “The association president also being the state health minister, he did all that was possible even though he was out of station. “We considered the option to fly him to Delhi but his condition was pretty bad. He was mostly unconscious, occasionally spelling out a few words,” Hmar added.
Ice axes and shovels were needed to dig through thick snow last week as 37 hikers were rescued from a Himalayan pass, days after blizzards and avalanches killed at least 29 people. The Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal said the hikers were brought down from the famous Thorong La pass – around 17,700ft high, after one of the world’s worst mountain disasters. Police said 48 people were rescued from different locations in the popular trekking region around Annapurna, the world's tenth highest peak, where some had sought shelter in a temple. “Some of the foreign tourists were
sitting in a temple for the last two days,” said Surya Bahadur, a police officer from Dolpa, a district of glaciers and ravines. “They had very little food to eat and they were sharing blankets. It is still snowing and our access is very limited.” Thorong La is the highest point of a three-week loop around the Annapurna peak. It is a wide, barren cleft between some of the world's highest mountains and offers little shelter. Authorities said they had little idea how many Nepalis were missing from remote villages near the Tibetan
border, and blamed failures in weather forecasting and lax regulations that led to many trekkers being caught in the open when the blizzard hit. Trekkers battling the blizzard were left helpless after porters fainted from the cold, one survivor said. “When we were coming down I saw several porters struggling with loads on their backs,” said Eitan, 31, an Israeli trekker who was descending from a teashop at a high altitude where he had taken refuge when the snowfall began. “Some of them fainted right in front of me and we could not help. They were cold and there was no one to help.”
Mountain disaster kills tens and strands dozens more
Connecting Asia together
India will float a company to develop Iran's Chabahar Port, a government statement said on Saturday, as New Delhi aims to take advantage of a thaw in Tehran's relations with world powers. The port of Chabahar in southeast Iran is central to India's efforts to circumvent Pakistan and open up a route to landlocked Afghanistan where it has developed close security ties and economic interests. Iran and six world
powers are engaged in talks to agree on a deal easing sanctions against Tehran before a lateNovember deadline. The powers want Iran to scale back its uranium enrichment programme to ensure it cannot produce nuclear bombs. Iran says the programme is for peaceful purposes. India plans to sign an agreement with Iran for the development of the port and New Delhi intends to lease two berths at Chabahar for 10 years, the statement said.
SAVED: 37 people were rescued from the Thorong La pass around Annapura last week
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Influential Iranian cleric passes
The head of Iran’s top clerical body has died after lying in a coma for months, leaving a gap in the only institution that has the authority to elect and dismiss the country's Supreme Leader. The death of 83-year-old Ayatollah Mohammad Reza Mahdavi Kani, reported by Iranian media, is unlikely to spark any direct policy change or jockeying for power, officials and analysts said.
But with the health of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei also under scrutiny after he underwent prostate surgery last month, any changes in the body that will choose his successor are sensitive and closely watched. Under Iran's constitution, in case of the death, resignation, or dismissal of the leader, the Assembly of Experts has to take steps ‘within the shortest possible time for the appointment of the new leader’.
Suspended from the screen Pakistan has suspended the licence of a fiercely antigovernment television news channel, the state media regulator said, in a move criticised strongly by Amnesty International as politically motivated and unjustified. The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) said it had suspended ARY News, a private channel, for 15 days for airing a talk show which it said ‘maligned’ the court system. “The authority also noted that the channel has chronic history of noncompliance of PEMRA Laws,” it said in a statement issued on Monday.
Amnesty International said the suspension was politically motivated. “ARY TV must be immediately allowed back on air. There is simply no justification for the Pakistani authorities to silence sections of the media solely because of their political leanings,” said Mustafa Qadri, Amnesty's Pakistan researcher. The suspension comes at an uneasy time in Pakistan where the government has been under pressure following a long period of protests which some commentators say were backed by the allpowerful army keen to sideline Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.
Malala awarded Nobel Peace Prize Pakistani teenager, Malala Yousafzai, who was shot in the head by Taliban in her home country, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her work in advocating girl’s rights to education. The 17-year-old has become the youngest ever recipient of the prestigious award and was named as the winner, alongside Indian children's right activist Kailash Satyarthi, 60, last week. Upon accepting her award, Malala spoke of the great honour she felt in receiving the nomination and how she was happy to share the moment with a
recipient from India. “One is from Pakistan. One is from India. One believes in Hinduism. One strongly believes in Islam. And it gives a message to people,” said Malala. “It gives a message to people of love between Pakistan and India and between different religions. And we both support each other. She added: “A girl has the power to go forward in her life, and she’s not only a mother, she’s not only a sister, she’s not only a wife. But a girl should have an identity. She should be recognised, and she has equal rights as a boy.” Malala was attacked in 2012 on a school bus in Pakistan by masked gunmen as a punishment for a blog that she started writing for the BBC's Urdu service as an 11-yearold to campaign against the Taliban's efforts to deny women an education. Unable to return to Pakistan after her recovery, Malala moved to Britain, setting up the Malala Fund and supporting local education advocacy groups.
ADVOCATE: Malala Yousafzai has been campaigning for the right to education for all since recovering from a targeted attack by the Taliban in 2012
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Entertainment THE LATEST ENTERTAINMENT AND CELEBRITY NEWS FROM BOLLYWOOD & HOLLYWOOD After winning a public vote for fans to choose the next Bollywood actress to be featured at Madame Tussauds London, the world famous attraction has confirmed that Katrina Kaif will be joining the Alist line up next year. “Our first Bollywood figure was decided by public vote when veteran superstar, Amitabh Bachchan, was portrayed in 2000,” commented Nicole Fenner, PR Manager for Madame Tussauds London. “Now, almost fifteen years and seven wax figures later, the fans have once again decided on who they want to see here - after a very close contest, Katrina Kaif will be the next Bollywood start to join our line up. “We are delighted she has agreed to work with us to create her wax likeness and look forward to revealing the figure to the public in Spring 2015.” Katrina has collaborated closely with the sculptors and artists to decide a dancing pose and outfit for the figure, having given a sitting in Mumbai where all the measurements required to create an accurate likeness were gathered. A team of 20 artists will work on the figure, which will cost £150,000 to produce, and completion is scheduled for Spring 2015 when it is hoped Katrina will unveil the figure herself at the legendary London attraction. The famed actress said she cannot wait to see the final product next year and take her place in the museum’s Bollywood area. “I am extremely excited that Madame Tussauds London will be creating my wax figure and the fact that fans were involved in the decision makes it even more special,” she said. “It's an amazing honour to be asked and to be featured alongside icons of the Indian film industry is humbling. I can't wait to start work on the creation now and to meeting myself in wax next year.” Madame Tussauds has worked closely with the Indian film industry over the last fifteen years and the Bollywood area in the London attraction is one of its most popular, featuring figures such as Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai, Hrithik Roshan, Salman Khan, Madhuri Dixit-Nene, Amitabh Bachchan and Kareena Kapoor in a colourful, themed set. Since the introduction of the first Bollywood film star, Asian visitors to the attraction have increased and the Bollywood factor has spread worldwide with a number of Madame Tussauds attractions around the world featuring Indian film stars.
MODEL: Katrina Kaif will join the likes of Shah Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan and Kareena Kapoor in Madame Tussauds’ Bollywood wing
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Aamir Khan started the trend two decades back, but recently, more Bollywood stars have questioned the credibility of the numerous film awards that exist. Here's a look at some Bollywood biggies, who've openly criticised award functions and slammed them as being pre-fixed and purely moneymaking schemes under the pretext of an accolades ceremony.
Aamir Khan Emraan Hashmi Aamir Khan reportedly lost faith in award functions and stopped attending them after some of his major performances in films including Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992), Hum Hain
Rahi Pyar Ke (1933) and Rangeela (1995) went unrecognised. While he lost the first one to Anil Kapoor (for Beta), the other two went to the emerging star of the time - Shah Rukh Khan for Baazigar
and Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. "My personal experience about award ceremonies is that I don't trust them so I would prefer to stay away," he was quoted saying.
Actor Emraan Hashmi who's delivered blockbusters including Murder (2004), Gangster (2006), Dirty Picture (2011), Shanghai (2012) and more, admitted in a recent interview to us that he doesn't attend award functions because he doesn't feel anything "real" about them. "I feel like a fish out of water. I don't even crave for an award when I know its been given by a couple of people who have decided that I will perform in the function and that's the only way I can get the award... what use is that award of? It's not on merit. That's a business deal. There's nothing real about it," said the 35-year-old, adding, "What I hold in best regard is when I go into a cinema hall and I see people hooting or ripping off my film for the hard earned money they've paid for the ticket to watch my film."
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Kangana Ranaut At a time when she is expected to win many awards for her performance in Queen, earlier this year, this 27-year-old declared that she will no longer attend film award shows because she finds them "overhyped". "I won some (awards) when I made my debut, and even won a National Award a few years ago. Despite that, I was almost jobless for two years. I think we give it too much respect, and have frankly overhyped it ... it doesn't add up to anything," Kangana was quoted saying. She further revaled that she rejected four awards for Queen and Krrish 3 (2013), and will not attend any awards ceremonies in the future.
Akshay Kumar One of Bollywood's leading stars, Akshay Kumar, who's delivered several ' 100cr hits in his two-decade-long career, has never received any popular film award. In a recent television interview to actor Anupam Kher, the 47year-old actor was quoted saying, "All these award functions are manipulated. Organisers tell me they will give me an award but will pay half the money. I tell them please pay and keep your awards." Akshay, who's delivered hits such as Dhadkan, Hera Pheri (2000), Aitraaz (2004), Welcome (2007), Singh Is Kinng (2008), Housefull (2010), OMG - Oh My God! (2012) and Boss (2013) to name a few, further said that he believes he deserved an award for his performances in films including Sangharsh (1999), Khakee (2004) and Special 26 (2013).
Known for his stellar acts in films such as Kahaani, Gangs of Wasseypur, Talaash (2012) and Lunchbox (2013), Nawazuddin Siddiqui is both the audience as well as the critics' favourite. Though the actor is happy that his talent has finally been recognised and he's been showered with domestic as well as international honours, he believes that often
deserving people are not awarded in Bollywood. "I feel a number of actors do a great job, but they aren't awarded appropriately for their work ... There are so many of them (award functions) that the sense of gratification which you should feel on getting an award, is hardly there," the actor told us in a recent interview.
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Rumoured exflames Anushka Sharma and Ranveer Singh are paired opposite each other in ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’. However, more interestingly is the fact
that this is her first item number in the film directed by Zoya Akhtar. Sources said the song is called ‘Swing’ and even though some other members of the ensemble cast that includes Priyanka Chopra, Farhan Akhtar, Anil
Kapoor and Shefali Shah are also seen in the same song, it seems though that for the moment all spotlights are on Anushka. Producer Ritesh Sidhwani remained unavailable for comment.
DDLJ enters 20th year Aditya Chopra’s epic ode to love, is kickstarting its 20th year of an uninterrupted run at the iconic Maratha Mandir in Mumbai on 20th October. The national award-winning film changed the course of a nation's cinema and became an unparalleled brand by catapulting itself into being The Longest Running Film in the history of Indian Cinema. Since its release in 1995 this cult classic love story has won over the hearts of all generations for the past 19 years and is still watched by the youth even today, often playing to packed houses during its daily 11:30 AM show. It has been so strong an influence that it has in fact become a benchmark for all love stories. As it enters its 20th year today, YRF is happy to announce that to celebrate the forthcoming inimitable milestone of DDLJ completing 1000 weeks of Timeless Romance on 12th December 2014, they are putting together several activities which will truly pay a compliment to, in Yash Chopra’s words, a “phenomenon that defies explanation’’.
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Ranbir Kapoor says ‘yes’ to Sanjay Dutt biopic It's official - Ranbir Kapoor has given his nod to Rajkumar Hirani for the much-anticipated Sanjay Dutt biopic. He will play the currently incarcerated actor on screen. Though Ranbir had shown
Dia Mirza is no flower child but she chose flowers as the theme for her wedding to filmmaker Sahil Sangha. The Bollywood couple tied the knot at a farmhouse in Ghitorni in New Delhi on 18th October, in the presence of family and a few close friends. For their sangeet, a day earlier, the place was done up with sweetsmelling rajnigandha. The next day, when the nuptials took place, the same farmhouse was bedecked in lilies and orchids as peach-andwhite furnishings, chandeliers, crystals and candles added to the regalia. Dia, who has been in a relationship with Sahil for over four years, was every inch the resplendent bride, beaming away in a beige-and-green designer sharara.
interest in the subject, he was mulling over the decision. Hirani too was undecided about the project. Not so long ago, Ranbir had told a section of the media: "Portraying Sanju sir on screen is a big task. And it comes with a huge responsibility. He's had a very entertaining, engaging, and a roller-coaster kind of a life. I think Raju sir himself hasn't decided if
The groom, equally ecstatic, looked dapper in a white sherwani. Sahil arrived in a horse-drawn carriage and his baaraatis spent a good one hour dancing to bandbaaja at the farm entrance. The couple solemnised their wedding by Arya Samaj rites. We hear, while the wedding vows were being read out and the priest said, "Jald putra ho", Dia interrupted him and said, "Putri ho." Being foodies themselves, the two made sure that the wedding spread was the best. Delicious kebabs and assorted starters were served during the ceremony. The menu for the reception that followed was a lipsmacking mix of specialities from Hyderabad, Lucknow, Avadh and Coastal India with a huge spread of Bengali desserts.
he wants to do it or not." In an interview to Mirror, Sanjay's sister, Priya Dutt, had backed the casting of Ranbir. Last week, the actor told Hirani that he could start working on the script and screenplay keeping him in mind. A source close to the development said: “Hirani is very happy. He now has an interesting story to tell and a talented actor to
say it with. Ranbir, like Sanju, is the darling of the masses.” Added the source, “But it's not going to be an easy story to depict as Sanjay has had many ups and downs in his life.” Word is that, Hirani will realease the biopic only when Dutt, who is serving a jail term in the 1993 Mumbai blast case, is a free bird.
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FILM: Khoobsurat (Hindi) DIRECTED BY: Shashanka Ghosh GENRE: Comedy STAR CAST: Sonam Kapoor, Fawad Khan, Ratna Pathak, Kirron Kher Opposites RELEASE DATE: attract in this delightful 19/09/2014 Bollywood family entertainer starring Sonam Kapoor. Mili (Sonam Kapoor) is a vibrant, loud, impulsive and somewhat clumsy physiotherapist. She's also a hopeless romantic. Handsome young Rajput prince Vikram Singh Rathore (Fawad Khan) couldn't be more different. He's suave and sophisticated, but also restrained and sensible. What's more, he's engaged to somebody else! But when Mili meets her Prince Charming, sparks quickly start to fly. Unfortunately, battle also commences between their contrasting, equally crazy families! Produced by Disney in association with the Anil Kapoor Film Company, Shashanka Ghosh's fun-filled modern romantic comedy is a loose remake of Hrishikesh Mukherjee's 1980 classic of the same title. Fashion icon and 'I Hate Luv Storys' star Sonam Kapoor is cast opposite Pakistani rock musician and actor Fawad Khan, making his Bollywood debut. The excellent supporting cast includes veteran actresses Ratna Pathak and Kirron Kher.
FILM: Haider DIRECTED BY: Vishal Bhardwaj GENRE: Drama STAR CAST: Tabu, Shahid Kapoor, Shraddha Kapoor, Kay Kay Menon, Irrfan Khan Vishal Bhardwaj's powerful Bollywood version of Shakespeare's Hamlet, relocated to modern-day Kashmir. On receiving news of the disappearance of his father in 1995, a young student named Haider (Shahid Kapoor) makes his way home to Kashmir. He finds his mother Ghazala (Tabu) now appears to have formed a relationship with his uncle, Khurram (Kay Kay Menon). It's not long before Haider discovers that Khurram has in fact murdered his father. Consumed by grief, he burns with a desire for vengeance! This is the final instalment in Vishal Bhardwaj's much-acclaimed trilogy of Hindi Shakespeare interpretations, after Maqbool (Macbeth) and Omkara (Othello). Shahid Kapoor takes the demanding Prince Hamlet role, here re-named Haider. Tabu, who's known to international audiences as Pi's mum in 'Life of Pi', gives a superb RELEASE DATE: performance as Haider's mother. 02/10/2014 And Kay Kay Menon excels in the Claudius role, renamed Khurram in this version.
FILM: Bang Bang! DIRECTED BY: Siddharth Anand GENRE: Action/Thriller STAR CAST: Hrithik Roshan, Katrina Kaif Romantic sparks fly between Hrithik Roshan and Katrina Kaif in this action-packed Bollywood blockbuster. Harleen Sahni (Katrina Kaif) is an ordinary bank clerk whose life changes in an instant. A chance encounter with Rajveer Nanda (Hrithik Roshan) has her swept off on a breathless, globe-trotting pursuit. He claims to be a spy trying to clear his name. But is he telling the truth? She barely has time to pause to think as the duo embark on an astonishing series of car and
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bike chases, ditched planes, bombing raids and wild gunfights! Siddharth Anand's official Hindi remake of the Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz actionromance 'Knight and Day' was shot in a variety of colourful locations around the world including Greece, Thailand and Abu Dhabi. 'Krrish 3' superstar action man Hrithik Roshan was hospitalised after performing one of the film's incredible stunts, but has mercifully made a full recovery. In Hindi with English subtitles.
FILM: Happy New Year DIRECTED BY: Farah Khan GENRE: Comedy STAR CAST: Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Sonu Sood, Boman Irani, Jackie Shroff Happy New Year is an upcoming 2014 Bollywood film directed by Farah Khan and produced by Gauri Khan under the banner of Red Chillies Entertainment. This will be the third collaboration of Khan with the director; they previously worked on Main Hoon Na (2004) and Om RELEASE DATE: Shanti Om (2007), the latter 24/10/2014 of which also featured Padukone as the female lead. Plans for the film began way back in 2005 but the project was shelved in lieu of Om Shanti Om (2007). After Tees Maar Khan (2010), Farah Khan began to consider the possibilities of the film and screenwriting was completed by October 2012. Farah Khan wanted an established actress in the lead role opposite Shah Rukh Khan. Names such as Sonakshi Sinha, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra, Parineeti Chopra and Katrina Kaif were rumored to play the role however Deepika Padukone was finalized. As for the lead role, Khan was the director's first choice for the film. Shah Rukh Khan will be playing the role of a lover in the film which has Deepika in the role of a Marathi dancer. At a point, John Abraham was to play one of the supporting roles but Sonu Sood replaced him. Boman Irani was confirmed by the director during an interview. Jackie Shroff plays the film's antagonist.
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FILM: Super Nani DIRECTED BY: Indra Kumar GENRE: Drama STAR CAST: Rekha, Sharman Joshi, Shweta Kumar, Randhir Kapoor, Anupam Kher Super Nani is the story of Bharti Bhatia (Rekha) whose every waking hour is devoted to looking after the smallest need and praying for the betterment of her family comprising of her corporate czar husband (Randhir Kapoor), a son who is a wannabe stock market bull, a daughter-in-law who aspires to be the next soap-opera queen and a daughter with ultra modern values. She selflessly performs her duties only to get ridiculed, humiliated and treated like a door-mat by her family. An exciting tale begins when Mann pays a surprise visit to his Nani, Bharti Bhatia, in India. Opposite to his expectations of seeing a strong lady who holds command in life, he sees a soft and dormant lady who
is commanded by all. This annoys him. So he decides to make his Nani's sad boring life turn into a fun roller coaster ride. A failed photographer cum film maker, who had come to India with a hope to transform himself into a successful person, he decides to first transform the life of his inspiration, Bharti Bhatia. He dresses her up, makes her realize she is stunning, clicks her pictures and circulates them in various ad agencies. By doing this he wants to re-invent the real Bharti Bhatia, the one who never gave up. He makes her realize, that the age of 60 is not the end of life, in fact it's a new beginning. This way, a dormant Bharti Bhatia gets a new awakening in life.
As a result, the family which hid her face from the world, abandoned her from various social events, is today the face seen in every household and is the reason for various social events. The lady who once used detergent powders in her kitchen is today the face of that detergent brand in every kitchen. It's a treat to watch how this sudden transformation from an ideal Indian housewife into an ideal household products' brand ambassador makes the ever-embarrassed husband into a possessive one and makes the "mom you don't interfere" kind of a daughter into a "mom what should I do now" kinds. It is surely a true
RELEASE DATE: 31/10/2014 inspiration for all the women to watch and learn how an ordinary their-like lady who danced around for her family makes her entire family dance around her as a super model of the ad world. 'Super Nani' gives a strong message to all the women that their power lies within themselves; all they need to do is discover and use it. The journey of Bharti Bhatia is definitely a one to be experienced, as the fun, laughter, tickles, and tears of happiness will leave you with a light heart and a changed mind.
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Formerly a culprits and bring them UK RELEA detective with the to bloody justice. SE DATE: NYPD, now a Working as an 19/09/20 14 recovering alcoholic unlicensed private haunted by regrets, detective, Matt sees Matt Scudder (Liam what the police don’t Neeson) has a lot to make up for. see and treads where When a series of kidnappings they most fear to. targeting the city’s worst drug Operating just outside the law to criminals escalates to grisly murder, track down the monsters the circuit’s ruthless leader responsible, Scudder stops just convinces Scudder to find the short of becoming one himself.
STARRING: DENZEL WASHINGTON, CHLOE GRACE MORETZ, MARTON CSOKAS, BILL PULLMAN DIRECTOR: ANTOINE FUQUA GENRE: ACTION, THRILLER
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BILLY ELLIOT: THE MUSICAL ENCORE DIRECTOR: STEPHEN DALDRY GENRE: COMEDY, DRAMA Set in a northern mining town, against the background of the 1984/’85 miners’ strike, Billy Elliot is the inspirational story of a young boy’s struggle against the odds to make his dream come true. Billy’s journey takes him out of the boxing ring
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UK RELEA Winter the miracle dolphin SE 03/10/20DATE: faces a new challenge in this 14 heart-warming family adventure. When young Sawyer Nelson (Nathan Gamble) rescued an injured dolphin named Winter, her prognosis seemed bleak. But Dr. Cameron McCarthy (Morgan Freeman) designed a ground-breaking prosthetic tail that saved her life. Several years on, Winter finds herself in peril once again. Panama, her elderly surrogate mother at the Clearwater Marine Hospital run by Dr. Clay Haskett (Harry Connick Jr), passes away. Now Nathan, his mum Lorraine (Ashley Judd), and the Clearwater team have just 30 days to find Winter a companion or face losing her altogether.
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CERT STARRING: LUKE EVANS, DOMINIC COOPER, SARAH GADON, CHARLES DANCE DIRECTOR: GARY SHORE GENRE: ACTION, DRAMA The bloodsucker's sinister origins are revealed in this actionpacked reworking of the vampire myth. Back in an alternate 15th century, Transylvanian prince Vlad Tepes (Luke Evans) makes a momentous decision. His land has been
invaded by the armies of Mehmed the Second (Dominic Cooper) leader of the Ottoman Empire and his own stepbrother. To protect his wife Mirena (Sarah Gadon) and prevent his son being taken as a child soldier, Vlad scales the
forbidding Broken Tooth Mountain to forge a deal with a demon known as an ekimmu (Charles Dance). Granted supernatural powers to defeat his enemies, Vlad is also cursed to mutate into a monster
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STARRING: ANNABELLE WALLIS, WARD HORTON, ERIC LADIN, ALFRE WOODARD, TONY AMENDOLA DIRECTOR: JOHN R LEONETTI GENRE: HORROR Mia and John, expecting their first child, buy a doll called TBC Annabelle for their baby. But CERT Annabelle isn't an ordinary doll. It quickly becomes apparent that there is something very wrong with the doll, which appeared as one of Ed and Lorraine Warren's trophies in 'The Conjuring.' It's alive somehow, and moves about when no-one's looking - and things get worse from there. Spinning off from one of the most successful horror films of all time, 'Annabelle' promises a new level of terror for horror fans.
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THE MAZE RUNNER STARRING: DYLAN O'BRIEN, KAYA SCODELARIO, WILL POULTER, THOMAS BRODIE-SANGSTER DIRECTOR: WES BALL GENRE: ACTION, SCI-FI, THRILLER Thomas UK RELEA SE D wakes up in an 1 0/10/201ATE: elevator, 4 remembering nothing but his own name. He emerges into a world of about 60 teen boys who have learned to survive in a completely enclosed environment, subsisting on their own agriculture and supplies. A new boy arrives every 30 days. The original group has been in ‘The Glade’ for two years, trying to find a way to escape through the Maze that surrounds their living space. They have begun to give up hope. Then a comatose girl arrives with a strange note, and their world begins to change.
IN THE SHADOW OF THE MOON STARRING: BUZZ ALDRIN, NEIL ARMSTRONG DIRECTOR: DAVID SINGTON U GENRE: DOCUMENTARY CERT
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES STARRING: MEGAN FOX, ALAN RITCHSON, NOEL FISHER, JEREMY HOWARD, PETE PLOSZEK 12A DIRECTOR: JONATHAN LIEBESMAN CERT GENRE: ACTION, SCI-FI, COMEDY
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The legendary reptile avengers return for this fastpaced new adventure. New York City is being terrorised by the evil Foot Clan. Ambitious TV reporter April O'Neil is determined to land a scoop on their criminal activities. But resourceful April instead succeeds in tracking down a heroic quartet of giant reptilian crime-fighters: Raphael, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Leonardo. Now April is in mortal danger from the Foot Clan and its sinister, scheming boss, Shredder - forcing the Turtles to come to her rescue – Cowabunga!
FURY STARRING: BRAD PITT, LOGAN LERMAN, MICHAEL PENA DIRECTOR: JAKE GYLLENHAAL GENRE: ACTION, DRAMA
April, 1945. As the Allies make their final SHIA LABEOUF, push in the European Theatre, a battlehardened army sergeant named UK RELEA SE DATE: Wardaddy (Brad Pitt) 22/10/20 commands a Sherman 14 tank and her five-man crew on a deadly mission behind enemy lines. Outnumbered and outgunned, and with a rookie soldier thrust into their platoon, Wardaddy and his men face overwhelming odds in their heroic attempts to strike TBC at the heart of CERT Nazi Germany.
In the 1960s, US President John F Kennedy proposed UK RELEA landing a man on the moon SE before the decade was 11/10/20DATE: 14 finished. This film has interviews with most of the surviving astronauts of the Apollo program who were making ready to make that great voyage with an army of experts determined to make the endeavor possible. Through training, tragedy and triumph, we follow the greatest moments of one of Humanity's great achievements.
ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY
STARRING: STEVE CARELL, JENNIFER GARNER, ED OXENBOULD, DYLAN MINNETTE, KERRIS DORSEY DIRECTOR: MIGUEL ARTETA GENRE: COMEDY, FAMILY Things go from bad to UK RELEA SE D worse for the hapless 2 4/10/201ATE: Coopers in this madcap 4 family comedy starring Steve Carell. Whether it is dealing with the age-old problem of getting gum in your hair or fighting off some angry alligators, the Coopers certainly have their hands full on a day they will never forget. I guess you could call it either a terrible, horrible, no good or very bad day but then again it is perhaps best summed up with the use of all four descriptions. Based on Judith Viorst's bestselling children's book, you are bound to be left laughing your way out of the cinema with Disney's hilarious adaptation.
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‘Dartz’ Vader LOADED: The military graded Dartz Prombon comes loaded with luxuries such as a golden shisha, Xbox One and PS4
When a military grade assault vehicles car boss, namely Leo Yankelovich, said that the Prombon was the "the real spy car of the 21st century", many big boys were heard squeeling in excitement . The Prombron SUV by the eccentric Latvian-based car maker Dartz Motor is becoming a global phenomenon.
The “six-zero” price tag means only members of high society have access to the monster vehicle, which have been snapped up previously by Kanye West and Kim Kardashian to ferry their precious offspring around. Based on a Mercedes-Benz GL, not only is it offered with the option of a modified version of the twin-turbo 5.5-litre V8 from
the GL63 AMG, or a modified version of the twin-turbo 6.0-litre V12 from the GL65 AMG, it comes loaded with luxuries such as a champagne holder and sterling silver hand-polished flutes, a golden shisha, Xbox One and PS4,. The Prombron is armoured to war-grade, but it's in the detail where the car really gets all 007.
Such as electrochromatic privacy windows, disappearing doorhandles with an antipaparazzi shock-device, a body made from Kevlar and titanium to protect against magnetic mines, and a rotating bulletproof grille. The four-tonne vehicle has bulletproof windows, Bang & Olufsen televisions and sound systems, diamond and ruby
encrusted gauges, an exterior coating of reinforcement material and is powered by a MercedesBenz AMG-sourced V-12 engine. Not enough disgusting excess for your taste? The Prombron was originally released with leather upholstered from the foreskin of whale penises causing mass controversy. Classy.
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Haggle hard and you can save 31% on a BMW! By Anush Ansari
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Biggest discounts by car sector Suzuki Alto SZ3 List price £8,299 What Car? Target Price £6,999 Save £1,300
Fiat Punto 1.2 8v Pop 3dr List price £10,175 What Car? Target Price £8,220 Save £1,955
Citroen C4 1.6 HDi 90 VTR+ List price £18,105 What Car? Target Price £14,674 Saving £3,431
BMW 6 Series 640i SE Gran Coupé List price £62,375 What Car? Target Price £48,277 Save £14,098
BMW 7 Series 740i SE List price £61,675 What Car? Target Price £43,025 Save £18,650
Volvo V70 D4 SE Nav S/S List price £33,120 What Car? Target Price £25,791 Save £7,329
Vauxhall Zafira 1.7 CDTi 110 Ecoflex Design List price £14,135 What Car? Target Price £10,995 Save £4,140
Peugeot 3008 1.6THP 156 Allure List price £21,750 What Car? Target Price £18,177 Save £3,573
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class C220 CDI Executive SE List price £31,130 What Car? Target Price £25,990 Save £5,140
Renault Mégane 1.2 RCe 130 Dynamique List price £23,800 What Car? Target Price £19,971 Save £3,829
Skoda Fabia 1.4 TSI 180 vRS List price £17,555 What Car? Target Price £15,369 Save £2,186
Target price insight reveals the most you should pay for certain new cars
A whopping huge discount of £18,650 for a BMW 7 Series was made by a mystery research field team. How and why – well that’s because it’s about to be replaced by a newer model, but a target price research reveals that it is just one of several doubledigit discounts achievable on BMWs. As a result, the premium car manufacturer sits third among all car makers for the overall average discount available on its cars. Others significant BMW discounts include a £10,719 saving off a BMW 640d SE, which is available for £52,411 against a list price of £63,130, and a £2056 saving on a BMW 320d Efficient Dynamics, which can be bought for £26,719 despite a list price of £28,775. The biggest average discounts across a car maker's range are available on Volvos (14.7%), Renaults (13.6%) and BMWs (13.2%). Across all sectors and manufacturers, the average dealer discount stood at a 12-month high of 10.3%. Jim Holder of What Car?, who conducted the reasearch said: “For months now, we’ve been told that the increased new car sales volumes mean that discounts will disappear, but
the insight offered by our Target Price team shows that you can still get a healthy amount of money off if you are prepared to haggle. “BMW is, rightly, perceived as a quality brand, so it may surprise new car buyers that they can bag some of the brand’s most luxurious offerings for much less than the list price. The fact is that the 7 Series is due to be replaced soon, so there are incredible discounts available. Using Target Price means that you can be bold when you step into the dealership because you know what you can demand.” Discounts of cars in the luxury segment are particularly strong at the moment, with an average saving of 17% off the list price across the sector. This is an increase of 75% on the same time last year and is also largely down to BMW 7 Series discounts jumping from 9% to 29.3% on average. City cars, small family cars and coupés, where demand is stronger, have all experienced a dip in discounting but cars in the small SUV sector, which includes the BMW X1, Peugeot 3008 and Suzuki SX4, can be snapped up for an average of 8.4% less than the list price.
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“For months now, we’ve been told that the increased new car sales volumes mean that discounts will disappear, but the insight offered by our Target Price team shows that you can still get a healthy amount of money off if you are prepared to haggle.” BARGAIN: The biggest new car saving of £18,650 was negotiated by mystery shoppers and represents an enormous 31% saving off the car's list price
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Dynamic performance and power for the new Porsche 911 Carrera GTS
Porsche porsche 911 Carrera GTS
Porsche today announces the second generation of the 911 Carrera GTS, ahead of its arrival in showrooms this November. It will join the acclaimed Boxster GTS, Cayman GTS and Panamera GTS in the range of sports cars from Stuttgart. Each of the four new 911 Carrera GTS models – a Coupé and a Cabriolet, available with either rearwheel or all-wheel drive – build on the established core values of the iconic rear-engined 911 by adding further technical features to generate even higher levels of dynamic performance and driving enjoyment. Under the rear engine lid lies an evocative flat-six power unit, tuned to develop 430 hp, an increase of 30 hp over the Carrera S. This is combined with the Sport Chrono package offering dynamic engine mounts, and Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) damper system which lowers the car's ride height by ten millimetres. Improved efficiency has also led to quicker acceleration and higher top speeds, and Combined fuel consumption figures remain unchanged from the favourable level of the S models. For example, when combined with the Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) double-clutch gearbox, the 911 Carrera GTS can return 32.5 mpg and also sprint from zero to 62 mph in 4.0 seconds (Cabriolet: 4.2 seconds). With the standard sevenspeed manual transmission and rearwheel drive, a top speed of 198 mph is possible.
The exteriors of the new 911 Carrera GTS – like other GTS models – differ significantly from the other Carrera models. All versions feature the 911 Carrera 4 body with wide-flared rear wheel arches and a wider track. Also standard are 20-inch diameter alloy wheels with centre-lock mechanism, painted in an exclusive matt black finish. Accentuating the nose styling are special trim elements and smoked bi-Xenon headlights with the addition of the Porsche Dynamic Lighting System (PDLS). The air intake grille on
the rear engine lid features bespoke GTS black trim strips and black chrome-plated exhaust tailpipes add to the strong visual identity. Further aural distinction is delivered via the standard sports exhaust system, which delivers an unmistakable GTS sound. The driver and front passenger sit in an exclusive Alcantara interior with leather-trimmed sport seats. The centre seat panels are finished in Alcantara, as on the other Porsche GTS models. With the addition of these
new top models, the 911 Carrera range now consists of 12 sports cars at three power levels, as Coupés and Cabriolets, and in rear-wheel and all-wheel drive configuration.
The new 911 Carrera GTS models are available to order from Porsche Centres in the UK and Ireland from today, with first cars arriving in showrooms during November.
911 Carrera GTS range 911 Carrera GTS Coupe
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A thumbs up for the new Prius+ Prius+, Europe’s market-leading seven-seat hybrid MPV, is being regroomed for 2015 with new styling details, equipment features and colour choices. The revised front-end features a new upper grille and a more prominent Toyota badge that extends the forward line of the bonnet. There are new LED headlights, too, which use a cylindrical projector for both high and low beam. Their slim profile and contrasting black and chrome plating give Prius+ a distinctive sharp-eyed appearance. The lower grille adopts the trapezoid shape that’s a common feature of the latest Toyota models. With a gloss black metallic finish, it adds emphasis to the car’s broad stance. The impression of width is reinforced by a re-working of the bumper corners, given extra emphasis in a flowing form that extends from the headlights to the new air intakes and LED daytime running lights. At the rear there’s a new combination lamp design with “light guide” treatment and red inner lenses that give the car an individual lighting signature. Following the styling themes adopted at the front, there is a new licence plate trim and bumper with an integrated diffuser. Changes in the cabin include a dark silver metallic finish for the driver’s switchgear and the air conditioning dial control and a chrome finish for the door handles. There are two new chrome-trimmed, slim-line air vents in the centre console and a new 4.2-inch colour TFT information screen, controlled using switchgear on the steering wheel. As well as basic information such as clock, trip indicator, cruising
range fuel consumption, the screen also displays the Hybrid System Indicator and Energy monitor – features common to all Toyota hybrids. It also provides a new “Eco Judge” function, designed to help the driver maximise the powertrain’s efficiency, giving a points score for their eco-driving style.
The equipment upgrade extends to the availability of electric seat adjustment, a front centre armrest and Intelligent Park Assist. Safety features have also been improved with the introduction of an emergency brake signal, which triggers all side indicators in the event of sudden braking. Hill-start
The revised front-end features a new upper grille and a more prominent Toyota badge that extends the forward line of the bonnet. There are new LED headlights, too, which use a cylindrical projector for both high and low beam. Their slim profile and contrasting black and chrome plating give Prius+ a distinctive sharp-eyed appearance. The screen will also mirror the settings for the air conditioning and audio settings, keeping them in the driver’s line of sight when on the move. The 2015 Prius+ is fitted as standard with the Toyota Touch 2 multimedia system, including touchscreen control, Bluetooth and reversing camera. This can be upgraded – Toyota Touch 2 with Go – to provide additional satellite navigation, live traffic information and, via Toyota’s online portal, an expanded range of connected services, text-to-speech function and 3D city modelling with landmark graphics.
Assist Control is automatically activated when the car detects an uphill gradient. Toyota has also improved Prius+ ride and handling, making adjustments to the suspension damping force. New sound absorption material has been introduced in the side of the rear compartment to reduce noise intrusion in the cabin. The hybrid powertrain has been upgraded to comply with Euro6 emissions standards. Full details of the UK model range, specifications and prices will be announced nearer the on sale date.
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Soccer League UK - Leeds Soccer League UK Leeds was officially launched in August 2014 with the ambition of bringing together West Yorkshire’s leading sixa-side teams to crown an overall champion. With representatives travelling from across Leeds and Bradford to
take part in the weekly competition, the matches are held at Thomas Danby College every Thursday evening. The brainchild of Mushad Ahmed, Soccer League UK Leeds is the first of many franchise opportunities which will hopefully set up across the
country, offering teams the chance to play against their region’s top sides, at the lowest prices around. Keep up to date with all the latest match reports and league tables with the Asian Express newspaper who will be reviewing the best of the week’s actions every issue.
Leaders thank ‘Lady Luck’ Keeper An old rivalry was reignited last week as league leaders NFA defeated Jubodhol by the single goal, following two costly goalkeeping mistakes. A lively start, as was predicted, saw Jubodhol FC create the earlier chances, with both Abdul Kalam and Abdul Kareem forcing NFA's goalkeeper Haseen Bashir, into two superb saves. Constant pressure on the tabletopper’s goal finally paid off when Shafran Miah netted with a fantastic effort, signalling only the third goal
... rest of the action Borussia Teeth 12-0 Milan
Haseeb Ahmed and Hamza Ismail continued their rich goal scoring form last week as Borussia Teeth thrashed new boys, Milan, 12-0. It was not the warm welcome that Milan would have wanted as Borussia’s deadly pair propelled themselves to the top of the league’s scoring charts, with Hamza leading the way on 13 and Haseeb on 11. Milan skipper, Razza, will have to look at ways of improving his side after their performance resulted in a record for the most goals conceded in a game. MOTM: Hamza Ismail’s performance could not be overlooked as the talisman fired in seven goals.
Hyde Park FC 2 - 0 Al Aqs FC
Hyde Park were looking to get back on track after their first defeat last week to league leaders NFA, yet the favourites certainly didn’t have it all their own way. Al Aqs began the better team with early chances from Waqar Hussain, testing the Hyde goalkeeper. Tactically set up to frustrate their opponents, the prematch underdogs were very organised and looked nothing like the team that were humbled 4-0 last week against Tetleys Tino. However, despite their resilience, there was nothing Al Aqs could do when Kadeem picked up the ball and fired in an opener which was soon doubled by the same player. Al Aqs keeper, Asim Rashid, made several outstanding saves to keep his side in the game yet a lack of fire power prevented any comeback. MOTM: Al Aqs shot-stopper, Asim Rashid, had a fine game in goal, keeping the score to a respectable level
blunder ensures NFA stay top in close encounter Jubodhol 1 - 2 NFA
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Half a Dozen 0 - 0 Tetley's Tino
After conceding nine goals last time out, Half a Dozen knew they had to tighten up at the back as they came up against Tetley's Tino who put four goals past Al Aqsa last week. A defensive performance, and a bit of luck, ensured the league strugglers picked up their fourth point of the season as the post twice denied Tetley’s Shazad Hussain.
conceded in eight games for NFA. NFA are top of the league for a reason yet they needed a bit of luck to get back into the game. Muhammed Lulu hit a straight forward effort at the Jubodhol goal and just as it looked like the keeper was going to pick up the ball, it slipped through his hands and levelled the scores for half time. Second half, with a goal a piece, both teams were being cautious and not many chances came from either side. However, when Rippon Mutahir hit
a speculative effort, the keeper was once again caught sleeping as the ball slipped through his hands again. Jubodhol will feel hard done by, as they will feel they should have at least taken a point from this game, yet NFA showed why they are the leaders of the Soccer League with luck in their favour. MOTM: NFA’s Muhammed Lulu bagged a goal and gave a solid performance at the back to keep his side in the game
PLAYER OF THE WEEK When a player scores seven goals in one game, it is hard to overlook them for the Player of the Week Award. Borussia Teeth’s Hamza Ismail’s amazing haul guided his side to a 12-0 thrashing of new boys, Milan, and also put him top of the scoring charts with 13 this season.
Samba FC 0 - 3 Old Bacca Boys
Old Bacca Boys continued their recent fine form, keeping pressure on the league leaders with an impressive three goal win. Sultan Khan was once again on target with a goal in each half, taking his tally up to six for the season, whilst Talat Hussain fired in a screamer to round off a very disciplined performance. Samba Fc did have a few chances of their own but were unable to break through the Old Boys in the first half, falling behind to Khan’s strike. Despite an improved performance in the second, Samba could not find any opening and fell to their sixth defeat of the season. MOTM: Sultan Khan’s two fine goals earn him this week’s individual award
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What could have been –
Khan v Guerrero By Khalil Alam info@asianexpress.co.uk
In the world of professional boxing a fighter is only as good as his last fight and I believe that Khan and his promotional company Golden Boy have managed to avoid making a mistake when using this justification by overlooking Robert Guerrero as Khan’s next opponent. Khan is a 27-year-old welterweight boxer from Bolton, England. He is a former two time world champion and has won the WBA, WBA (Super) and IBF Light Welterweight titles. Khan is also the youngest Olympic boxing medallist winning silver at the 2004 Athens Olympics at the age of 17-years-old. He is also one of the youngest British World Champions ever, winning the WBA Light Welterweight title at the age of 22 years old and the first ever British Pakistani boxing world champion. Khan’s fight record is that he has won 29 fights, 19 by way of knockout and lost three against creditable opponents. Khan also has a 59.38 per cent knockout percentage rate that means he has power to knockout Guerrero. Guerrero is a 31-yearold welterweight boxer from the rough streets of Gilroy California, USA. Guerrero is a multiweight champion and is the former interim WBC welterweight champion, IBF super featherweight champion, WBA and WBO lightweight champion and the two time IBF featherweight champion. Guerrero’s fight record shows has won 32 fights, 18 by way of knockout and lost two, most recently against the current best pound for pound boxing champion Floyd Mayweather and previously against an opponent who Guerrero managed to beat a year later and avenge that defeat. Guerrero also has a 48.65 per cent knockout percentage rate that
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means he has average power but usually beats his opponents over a 12 round decision. Guerrero is a “big name” in boxing terms and recognised as a great fighter so a win for Khan against Guerrero may have secured the fight against Mayweather. However, Guerrero has been criticised for not fighting the more notable and better boxers in the past. He has impressive wins against Andre Berto and more recently against Yoshihiro Kamegai, yet that may have made a potential Khan victory look less impressive than a win over the likes of Devon Alexander. Khan has faced better opposition but has failed to impress in his fights especially when he firstly lost to little known Bredis Prescott and then more recently against current world champion Danny Garcia and on them both occasions he was suffered a heavy knockout defeat. However recently Khan has managed to get “back to basics” with his boxing and managed a good win against Luiz Collazo where he managed to use his punching speed, excellent boxing skills and foot work to win a 12 round decision. In relation to Khan’s turned down fight against Guerrero in New York, they say America is where dreams come true and Frank Sinatra once said in his song, “New York New York… if I can make it there, I’ll make it anywhere, it’s up to you, New York, New York” and just like this song I truly believe that Khan could have made it. Despite this, in my opinion, Khan and his team have made a good decision in opting against fighting Guerrero based on the American’s last boxing defeat, because Guerrero’s only notable defeat was against the best fighter on the planet Mayweather. I have also personally followed Guerrero’s career very closely and strongly believe that he has all the toughness, determination and boxing ability to win against Khan and for Khan to come out victorious he will have to produce a career best performance. A win against Guerrero may have impressed Khan’s doubters yet I look forward to seeing him go toe-to-toe with Alexander in Vegas.
The ICC Academy and the Pakistan international Azhar Mahmood are coming together to stage a groundbreaking Twenty20-specific cricket camp later this month. Azhar, one of the most soughtafter short-form cricketers in the world, will stage the camp from 24 October to 1 November at the state-of-the-art facility at Dubai Sports City with the aim of honing players’ Twenty20 skills and thinking. The camp, believed to be the first of its kind anywhere in the world, will be open to juniors, adults and corporates, with daytime and evening sessions meaning that it will suit any timing. Azhar has played in Twenty20 competitions all over the world for more than a decade, and commenting on the announcement of the cricket camp at the ICC Academy, he said: “The advent of Twenty20 has brought with it new shots, many different variations with the ball and a whole new level of athleticism in the field. “But while there are plenty of coaching courses that teach the basics of the game, there are none that I know about that will coach these new techniques and approaches. “Our aim is to cover off this gap in learning with this new camp, the first of which will take place later this month. It is an exciting idea, I am delighted to have joined forces with the ICC Academy to put the project together and I cannot wait for us to get started.” Azhar Mahmood was part of the Surrey side in England that won the first-ever domestic Twenty20 title, in 2003, and since then he has played in the Pepsi Indian Premier League with Kings XI Punjab, as well as in Australia, Bangladesh, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka and the West Indies. Thanks to his clever and subtle medium-pace variations and his ability to strike the ball powerfully, Azhar has become one of the most sought-after players in the Twenty20 game. He is one of only 13 players in
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history to have played more than 200 matches of Twenty20 cricket and now he will be sharing the vast amount of knowledge he has accumulated with players young and old at the ICC Academy. ICC Academy Manager Will Kitchen said: “We are delighted to be teaming up with Azhar Mahmood for this innovative new camp and we are really excited about it. “We saw first-hand in Dubai the popularity of Twenty20 cricket earlier this year when the Pepsi Indian Premier League played to sell-out crowds at Dubai Sports City and that was repeated when Pakistan played Australia in front of another full house earlier this month. “With our state-of-the-art facilities, including two full-sized ovals, the latest technology at our disposal and our outstandng coaches who will be working alongside Azhar during the camp, we are all set to provide a great experience to those people who take part. “The ICC Academy prides itself on being a hub for elite cricket and a place where we look to take the game forward. Our use of soils from around the world to replicate pitch conditions from different countries is just one example of that, and by hosting this Twenty20specific camp we believe we are once again at the forefront of an exciting new innovation.” Azhar, who has played 21 Test matches and 143 One-Day Internationals for Pakistan and featured in three consecutive ICC Cricket World Cups, added that ahead of the start of the camp there would be a
Twenty20 star Azhar Mahmood and ICC Academy join forces for groundbreaking cricket camp
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further major announcement. “We have confirmed the presence of a special guest coach during the camp – one of the biggest names in the history of the game – and we will be announcing details of that guest in the near future so watch this space,” he said. Azhar also said the launch of the camp was not the signal he was calling time on his playing career. “I have a gap in my schedule
between playing commitments and this camp is the perfect way to spend my time before that next action,” he said. “I have learnt so much playing Twenty20 cricket for more than a decade and this is a great opportunity for me to pass on that knowledge to others. “And to be able to do it in the world-class surroundings of the ICC Academy at Dubai Sports City is fantastic.” Dubai Sports City General Manager – Sports Business Mr Maqbul Dudhia said: “This announcement is exciting news for both the ICC Academy and another illustration of the way things are really buzzing at Dubai Sports City. “We are in the midst of two months of top-class cricket action with the Australia, Pakistan and New Zealand squads playing and training at the Dubai International Stadium and the ICC Academy, and next month will see the UAE, Afghanistan, Ireland and Scotland squads take part in a camp of their own ahead of next year’s ICC Cricket World Cup. “The swimming academy and fitness suite are about to open to complete the facilities at the Sports Village that also includes the already hugely successful Dubai Sports City Football Academy, and preparations are in full swing for the Dubai Open golf championship, the finale to the 2014 Asian Tour, at The Els Club. “These are exciting times at Dubai Sports City and this cricket camp is another part of that excitement as we go from strength to strength,” he added.
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Get Sporty this half-term PREPARED: The Making Equals team are ready for next week’s activities, pic includes: Reverend Alistair Helm, Halima Khan and volunteers from The Giant Chilli Project
Teenagers from a range of backgrounds from across Bradford will be uniting through sport later this month as Making Equals arrives in the city. Organised by the national sports organisation, Sporting Equals, in partnership with Manningham’s Giant Chilli Project, the two-day event will give young people the chance to try their hand at a variety of sports under the supervision of sporting personalities and local faith leaders. In addition to the sporting sessions, the young people will also participate in a series of workshops to learn about leadership and teamwork. Youngsters attending the Making Equals event will receive top class coaching from some well-known sporting personalities. Day one will kick off with tennis sessions from Gul Rashid, a coach at the highly acclaimed Heaton Tennis Club before boxing sessions are
delivered by Ambreen Sadiq, a national boxing champion who hopes to represent Team GB at the 2020 Olympics. Meanwhile, day two begins with rugby coaching provided by Ikram Butt, the former professional Rugby League player, and concludes with cricket sessions facilitated by coaches from league champions, Yorkshire County Cricket Club. Reverend Alistair Helm from St Paul’s Church in Manningham and the Imam from Bradford Central Mosque, based on Westgate, will also be delivering a joint workshop, and discussing the importance of community cohesion with the young people. The organisers of the event are hoping that the skills acquired by the youngsters and volunteers over the two days will help them to promote sport in their communities and act as a legacy of ‘Making Equals’.
Palace visit rounds off incredible season
CHAMPIONS: Yorkshire CCC squad met with HRH the Duke of Edinburgh last week (pic credit: Richard Bailey)
It has been a season to remember for anybody associated with Yorkshire County Cricket and for the players, the year just keeps getting better after formally receiving their medals from royalty last week. The 2014 LV= County Champions were invited to Buckingham Palace on Thursday 17th October where the players each received their medals from HRH the Duke of Edinburgh. The squad, board and members
of staff from the county’s set up were guests of the Lord Taverners at the meeting with the Duke who also officially presented Captain Andrew Gale with the LV= County Champions Trophy. Following the presentations, afternoon tea was served for all guests in The Picture Gallery which is just one of the Palace’s 19 State Rooms and boasts a number of famous paintings by artists such as Rembrant, Canaletta and Van Dyck. Captain Andrew Gale said: “It’s
just been completely overwhelming to be honest, the Palace is beautiful and to be able to meet the Duke himself is a real honour. “Everyone has been so welcoming to us...It’s absolutely fantastic to be here.” First XI Coach Jason Gillespie added: “Today has been incredible. I don’t think we’ll forget this one in a hurry, the last few weeks celebrations have been such an amazing period of time but today has been so special.”
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SPORT By Ashley Grint ashley@asianexpress.co.uk
Amir Khan is set to make his ring return in December as the welterweight champ prepares to headline a Las Vegas bout with the American, Devon Alexander. Khan turned down the chance to take on the then-champion in May last year, in the belief that he would be receiving a huge bout with Floyd Mayweather, which never materialised. As a result, the Bolton boxer was forced to change the opponent for his debut in the division, welterweight impressively defeating Luis Collazo in May this year. The belt, which Alexander once
held, is now in the possession of the ever-improving Kell Brook, meaning the winter bout has likely been chosen by Khan’s team in an attempt to once again propel him to centre of Mayweather’s radar. As for Alexander, he will be looking to pull off an upset and clinch his second win in a row following his defeat to Shawn Porter earlier this year. ‘Will Khan ever get his shot at the man they call ‘Money’’ may be the question on everybody’s lips but first he must overcome ‘Alexander the Great’ to once again prove his big-game potential. The fight is set to take place on Saturday, 13th December at the Mandalay Bay Centre, Las Vegas.
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BACK: Amir Khan will take on Devon Alexander in December as he looks to catch the eye of Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather once again
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